The European Commission has introduced a comprehensive action plan to address the crisis facing the steel industry in Europe. The plan aims to combat unfair trade practices, promote low-carbon technologies, and enhance ferrous scrap recycling. Energy costs, which represent a significant portion of production costs for metals and steel, are being targeted through the promotion of hydrogen as an affordable alternative. The Commission also plans to shield European industry from unfair competition by proposing new trade regulations and revising the carbon border adjustment mechanism. Additionally, there is a focus on promoting recycling to reduce emissions and energy consumption in the metals industry. While the plan has received positive feedback from industry stakeholders, some European NGOs have criticized it for lacking concrete actions and ambitious targets. The civil society organizations are advocating for a more revolutionary strategy to phase out fossil fuel-based production, accelerate recycled content targets, and ensure a fair transition for workers in the steel sector.