Vale, a major mining company, is set to construct 'mega hubs' in multiple locations to manufacture low-carbon iron ore products for the steel industry. The company's director of Energy and Decarbonization, Ludmilla Nascimento, revealed that areas in Brazil, the United States, and the Middle East are under consideration for these projects. Vale has already announced plans for similar projects in Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. While the Middle East operations will initially run on natural gas, Vale is exploring the use of green hydrogen in Brazil due to the country's energy competitiveness. By focusing on hydrogen as an energy source, Vale aims to produce a low or nearly zero-carbon product for export. This transition is crucial as the traditional steel industry, relying on iron ore and coal, results in high carbon emissions. By utilizing green hydrogen, the carbon footprint of steel production can be drastically reduced, potentially reaching zero emissions. Vale's shift towards green hydrogen reflects a broader global trend towards sustainability and decarbonization in industrial processes.