The global steel industry faces major challenges in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to meet the climate targets set out in the 2015 Paris Agreement. This steelTalk will explore the three main technological pathways toward zero CO₂ steel production:

• Circular Economy (CE) – Maximizing material recovery and steel scrap recycling.
• Smart Carbon Use (SCU) – Reducing CO₂ emissions by modifying existing steelmaking processes and utilizing captured carbon.
• Carbon Direct Avoidance (CDA) – Replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy sources such as hydrogen.

Transitioning to zero-carbon steel comes with significant challenges, including high investment costs, infrastructure needs, and resource availability. Prof. Dr. Johannes Schenk, an expert in ferrous metallurgy, will provide valuable insights into the role of process modifications, carbon capture, and renewable energy in this transformation.

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the three main technological pathways for achieving zero CO₂ steel production: Circular Economy (CE), Smart Carbon Use (SCU), and Carbon Direct Avoidance (CDA).
• Recognize the key challenges in transitioning to zero-carbon steel, including high investment costs, infrastructure requirements, and resource availability (green electricity, hydrogen, and high-quality scrap).
• Analyze the role of process modifications, carbon capture, and renewable energy in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the steel industry.