Why steel is without fossil fuels
Steel is the main material in modern infrastructure due to its strength, load-bearing capacity and versatility. However, this sector accounts for a significant share of global carbon emissions. By switching to fossil fuel-free steel, the construction industry can significantly reduce emissions without compromising productivity.
For DEPENBROCK customers, this integration provides:
- Environmental benefits: reducing the carbon footprint of all projects
- Economic benefits: access to improved financing conditions
- Market advantages: the right to sustainability certification and compliance with stricter ESG requirements
The scope of the partnership
The partnership focuses on the application of SSAB steel without fossil fuels to civil and hydraulic engineering projects. These projects play a central role in the development of both public and private infrastructure, making the potential environmental benefits significant.
Cooperation also offers long-term benefits.:
- Enhancing low emissions,