The Global Steel Climate Council (GSCC) has launched a comprehensive two-year review of its Steel Climate Standard, the global benchmark used to measure and report carbon emissions in the steel industry. Initially adopted in August 2023, the framework provided the basis for independently verified emissions certification across the sector.
The review will cover key elements including emissions measurement methodologies, certification requirements, approaches to setting decarbonization targets and compliance with international climate frameworks such as the Paris Agreement.
Inclusion of industry data and policy events
This process will also rely on verified emissions data from GSCC-certified Members, as well as lessons learned during implementation. In addition, ongoing changes in global climate policy will be taken into account to ensure the framework remains relevant and robust.
Since its introduction, the standard has enabled steel producers to obtain third-party certification of plant-level emissions intensity and set independently verified decarbonization targets. According to GSCC, certified members have collectively reduced CO₂ equivalent emissions by almost 3 million tonnes.
The review is expected to play a key role in shaping future global steel emissions standards. GSCC stressed that the updated system will aim to strengthen trust, transparency and align with the transition to low-emission steel production
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