World’s first near-zero emissions steel launched for wind turbines

SSAB Zero steel produced with hydrogen-reduced iron from HYBRIT technology is the world’s first near-zero CO2e steel to meet the International Energy Agency (IEA) near-zero steel and First Movers Coalition (FMC) thresholds.

The announcement of this milestone was made at GE Vernova’s Annual Wind Supplier Conference on 23 September, where the companies said that the product will be available for use
in GE Vernova onshore wind towers.

SSAB Zero steel is commercially available and is produced at SSAB’s Montpelier, Iowa facility using recycled scrap metal, fossil-free electricity, biocoal and renewable natural gas.

By adding hydrogen-reduced iron to the SSAB Zero manufacturing process, this steel now meets the requirements of near-zero steel, set out by the IEA.

This achievement by SSAB marks a critical
milestone in the reduction of emissions from steel production and demonstrates GE Vernova’s commitment to decarbonising its value chain.

“This technical breakthrough represents our market leadership,” said ChuckSchmitt, President, SSAB Americas. “SSAB Zero gives our customers confidence that they’re not compromising on quality while advancing their sustainability goals.

“Our partnership with GE Vernova strengthens our commitment to clean energy and the security
of a domestic steel value chain.”

SSAB Zero steel will be deployed in GE Vernova wind towers across the United States.

“GE Vernova and SSAB have a shared focus on innovation. This verified near-zero emissions steel supports our mission to electrify to thrive and decarbonise the world,” said GuyLynch, VP of Wind Sourcing and Sustainability for GE Vernova.

“Together, our companies are
providing for a more sustainable and secure energy economy.”

“The First Movers Coalition is encouraged to see two member companies achieve a commercialised solution for steel decarbonisation,” said NoamBoussidan, FMC Programme Head.

“SSAB’s achievement demonstrates industry transformation, and GE Vernova’s procurement leadership accelerates the impact.”

SSAB Zero is designed for end-use applications such as automotive, mining, agriculture, construction, heavy equipment, transportation, and energy.