Published by Todd Bush on April 8, 2024
U.S. Steel, a prominent American steel producer, has teamed up with CarbonFree, an authority in carbon capture technology. This pioneering partnership signifies a significant leap toward establishing a greener and more sustainable steel industry while working to reduce its carbon footprint
The partnership between U.S. Steel and CarbonFree entails deploying CarbonFree's innovative SkyCycle™ technology at U.S. Steel's Gary Works facility in Indiana. This first-of-its-kind project in North America aims to capture and convert up to 50,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually. This reduction is equivalent to taking nearly 12,000 passenger cars off the road each year. Additionally, this initiative sets the stage for possible widespread adoption throughout U.S. Steel's activities, demonstrating the company's dedication to environmental accountability and its aim to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
CarbonFree's SkyCycle™ is an innovative solution that revolutionizes carbon capture by targeting challenging industrial emissions and converting them into environmentally friendly calcium carbonate with applications across various industries such as paper, plastics, and construction materials while offering an eco-friendly alternative for minimizing Scope 3 emissions within supply chains.
U.S. Steel's carbon capture initiative has an undeniable environmental impact by significantly reducing the company's carbon footprint and air pollution through the capture of large amounts of carbon dioxide emissions, in line with global efforts to address climate change.
>> In Other News: Expro Report Highlights Progress Unlocking Energy Answers of Tomorrow
U.S. Steel's collaboration with CarbonFree establishes them as an innovator in eco-friendly steel production methods. By adopting this advanced technology, U.S. Steel showcases its industry leadership and dedication to environmental stewardship, potentially strengthening its standing and competitive advantage by meeting the rising need for environmentally friendly steel products.
“U. S. Steel is setting a precedent for how manufacturers can and must proactively manage their carbon emissions, and CarbonFree is honored to play a role in this legacy,” said Martin Keighley, CEO of CarbonFree. “At CarbonFree, we are pioneering profitable carbon capture utilization through disruptive specialty chemical manufacturing using waste carbon dioxide as a primary feedstock. As carbon capture continues to be recognized as an indispensable solution on the path to carbon neutrality for carbon-intensive industries, we look forward to helping U. S. Steel achieve its decarbonization goals while providing economic and environmental benefits to the city of Gary and state of Indiana.”
The initiative is expected to have favorable economic and social effects in the areas where U.S. Steel operates. Building and running the SkyCycle facility at Gary Works will likely lead to job creation, boost the local economy, and positively impact related supply chains. Additionally, U.S. Steel's dedication to sustainability enhances involvement from stakeholders while nurturing community backing.
“Innovating to capture carbon at an integrated mill is the latest example of how steel is enabling a more sustainable future,” said Scott Buckiso, Senior Vice President & Chief Manufacturing Officer, U. S. Steel. “Moreover, U. S. Steel has a history of ‘firsts’ that we’re confidently building on. Using SkyCycle technology for the first project of its kind in North America should benefit the community for generations to come.”
The introduction of carbon capture technology in steel production may pose certain difficulties. Nevertheless, the collaboration between U.S. Steel and CarbonFree offers promising prospects for advancing innovation in this area. The positive outcome of this first endeavor sets the stage for expanding carbon capture efforts throughout the steel sector, fostering a greener tomorrow.
U.S. Steel's innovative carbon capture partnership with CarbonFree marks a crucial move towards a more eco-friendly steel sector. This endeavor brings substantial environmental advantages by cutting down on carbon emissions and air pollution while establishing U.S. Steel as a pioneer in sustainability and creativity within the industry, leading to positive economic and social impacts on local communities.
Follow the money flow of climate, technology, and energy investments to uncover new opportunities and jobs.
Reliance Steel & Aluminum Company
RS
Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc
SCHN
United States Steel Corp.
X
Inside This Issue 🏙️ Energy Abundance Announces Data City, Texas - The World's Largest Behind-the-Meter Data Center Hub Powered by 100% 24/7 Green Energy 🌬️ Norway's Equinor Scales Back Climate Am...
Inside This Issue 🌬️ Texas Pioneers Wind-Powered Direct Air Capture: A Collaborative Effort to Combat Climate Change 🏛️ CO2 Capture in the United States Adjusts Its Strategy Under the Trump Admini...
Inside This Issue 🏗️ Alberta Set to Build World's First Full-Sized Zero Carbon Cement Plant 🛢️ Saudi Aramco, IEA Chiefs Clash In Houston Over The Future Of Oil 🧪 Homeostasis Raises $1.2M to Synthe...
The company’s tech promises to unlock sustainable, domestic critical mineral supplies while providing affordable ocean carbon removal. BlueShift Exits Stealth with $2.1M in Pre-Seed Funding to Ena...
LRQA Strengthens Energy Transition Services With Acquisition of EcoEngineers
LRQA has acquired EcoEngineers, a US-based consulting, auditing and advisory firm with an exclusive focus on the energy transition. This marks LRQA’s fifth acquisition in five months, reinforcing ...
Nel ASA: Receives Purchase Order for One MC500 Containerized Pem Electrolyser
OSLO, Norway, March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nel Hydrogen US, a subsidiary of Nel ASA (OSE: NEL), has received a purchase order for one 2.5 MW containerized PEM unit for the Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub p...
Amazon to Sell Carbon Credits to Suppliers, Customers
LONDON, March 20 (Reuters) – Amazon has begun selling carbon credits to its suppliers, business customers, and other companies, the U.S. retail giant said, which can be used to offset their climate...
Follow the money flow of climate, technology, and energy investments to uncover new opportunities and jobs.