Renewable Energy and Alternative Fuels for Metals Production

Webinar | Held October 29, 2023

As global urbanization and infrastructure development surge, the demand for processed metals like steel, copper, and aluminum continues to rise. Metals’ ubiquity spans from automobiles and aircraft to household appliances and everyday items. However, the metals industry’s reliance on fossil fuel powered smelting poses significant environmental challenges. These processes emit substantial carbon dioxide and require immense energy to reach temperatures at or above 1,000°C.

To meet ambitious Net Zero targets and mitigate climate change, significantly reducing emissions from metals production by 2050 is imperative, as outlined by the International Energy Agency (IEA). 

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Key Insights

• Analysis of Industry Trends and Challenges: Understand the current state of sustainable practices within the metals industry, including the stagnation in adopting electric arc furnaces and the operational hurdles in scaling up low-carbon hydrogen production.
• In-Depth Understanding of Green Metals Economics: Learn about the economic challenges of manufacturing green metals and the potential impact on reducing the industry’s carbon footprint.
• Insights on Alternative Fuels: Examine the role of alternative fuels like green hydrogen in generating the high temperatures needed to facilitate metals production.
• Knowledge on the Transition to Renewable Energy: Gain valuable insights into the implementation of renewables in metals production. From powering electric arc furnaces, to supporting aluminum electrolysis.

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