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The role of green hydrogen in decarbonizing steel production
Steel
is a versatile and essential material in modern life. From engineering structures and transportation to household appliances and furniture, it plays a key role in everyday products and components.
However, steel production is one of the most energy-intensive industries, accounting for about 7-9% of global carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions.
This is because the traditional method
relies on coke or metallurgical coal, which serves both as an energy source and as a reducing agent in converting iron ore into steel.
This reliance on coal has significant environmental consequences, prompting the search for cleaner alternatives.
One promising solution is green hydrogen, which is hydrogen produced by water electrolysis using renewable energy sources such as wind or solar power.