The Swedish company SSAB and the German defense group Rheinmetall have signed a letter of intent regarding the supply of steel produced without the use of fossil fuels. This partnership opens a new chapter in the use of environmentally friendly materials in the defense industry and contributes to reducing the carbon footprint in the production of military equipment.
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Implementation of Innovative Steel Technologies
The initial batches for Rheinmetall will consist of SSAB Zero steel, and later they will also include SSAB Fossil-free steel. The latter is produced using the HYBRIT technology, where hydrogen is used instead of traditional coal, significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions during steel production.
SSAB Zero: Low CO2 Emission Steel
SSAB Zero is made from recycled raw materials, and the CO2 emissions per kilogram of this steel do not exceed 0.05 kg. Thus, the companies demonstrate their commitment to meeting modern sustainable development standards by implementing innovative solutions to reduce the defense sector’s impact on the environment.
“The partnership reflects the growing demand for environmentally friendly steel in the industry,” the statement said.