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Can the steel industry go green?

Steel is part of everyday life, used in everything from skyscrapers to cars to washing machines. Its role in the climate crisis is now under scrutiny. The industry accounts for 7-9 per cent of global carbon dioxide emissions. If the world wants to achieve its net zero climate targets, steel makers need to change how they manufacture. Companies across the world are racing to find ways to curb their emissions. But the cost and the challenges are significant.

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