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Fact Sheets for Low-Carbon Steelmaking: Raw Materials, Recycling, and Technologies
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Fact Sheets for Low-Carbon Steelmaking: Raw Materials, Recycling, and Technologies

The steel industry is at the center of the global energy and climate transition. Achieving net-zero emissions requires a portfolio of innovative technologies, from carbon capture to hydrogen reduction, electrolysis, biomass, efficient raw material use, and circular economy strategies like scrap recycling and co-product valorization.

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Fact Sheets for Low-Carbon Steelmaking: Raw Materials, Recycling, and Technologies
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Description

This collection of Fact sheets in microlearning format provides an in-depth exploration of key Decarbonisation Strategies for steelmaking, using the latest insights and case studies from global industry leaders. Each microlearning focuses on one technological or resource-based solution, analyzing its potential, challenges, and role in the industry’s roadmap to low-carbon steel.

Course content

Steel and raw materials - Fact sheets - MAN0204WS401
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Energy use in the steel industry - MAN0204WS402
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Steel industry co-products- Fact sheets - MAN0204WS403
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Scrap use in the steel industry - Fact sheets - MAN0204WS404
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Hydrogen (H2)-based ironmaking - Fact sheets - MAN0204WS405
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Carbon capture use and storage (CCUS) - Fact sheets - MAN0204WS406
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Carbon capture and storage (CCS) - Fact sheets - MAN0204WS407
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Biomass in steelmaking - Fact sheets - MAN0204WS408
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Understand electrolysis in ironmaking - Fact sheets - MAN0204WS409
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Learning Outcomes

  • Explain the potential applications of biomass, waste-derived fuels, and hydrogen in the steel industry.
    4

  • Know the types of raw materials used in the process, such as iron ore, scrap metal, and fluxes. Understand their roles and impacts on the steelmaking process.
    4

  • Understands the fundamental concept of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS).
    4

  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to circular economy practices.
    4
  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to circular economy practices.
    4

  • Understands the handling and preparation of raw materials, including iron ore pellets, coal, and reductants.
    4

  • Possesses knowledge of main energy-efficient technologies.
    4
  • Identifies simple opportunities for energy conservation within own activities and steel manufacturing processes.
    4

  • Describe the process of electrolysis.
    4

  • Implement direct reduction using hydrogen in the blast furnace.
    4
  • Explain the potential environmental benefits of using hydrogen in steelmaking, including the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
    4

  • Project management principles, including cost estimation, scheduling, and risk assessment in infrastructure projects.
    4

  • Explain the industry's sustainability goals and initiatives related to low carbon steelmaking.
    4

  • Possesses knowledge of energy-efficient technologies and practices and how steel materials can contribute to improving energy efficiency in various applications.
    4

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