Ministry of steel unveiled a new formula to define green steel, classifying it into three distinct categories based on carbon emissions.
The classification aims to promote sustainable production and align with India’s broader efforts to decarbonize its industrial sector.
Three Categories Based on Carbon Emissions
The classification system defines green steel as steel produced with less than 2.2 tons of carbon dioxide emissions per ton of finished steel.
Among the categories, producers label the cleanest as ‘five-star green-rated steel,’ producing it with emissions below 1.6 tonnes per ton of alloy.
Steel produced with emissions between 2 tons and 2.2 tons per ton of alloy falls under the
‘three-star green-rated steel’ category, which is considered the least environmentally friendly among the three.
Review Every Three Years
The steel ministry announced that it will review these emission thresholds every three years to ensure they remain relevant to global environmental standards and advancements in clean steel production technologies.
Commitment to Green Steel and Net-Zero Emissions
India is the world’s second-largest steel producer after China. The country has been working towards creating a green steel policy to reduce carbon emissions from its steel industry.
The government has set a target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. This goal further reinforces the need for sustainable steel production practices in the country.
Mandating Green Steel for Government Projects
As reported by msn.com, India is considering a proposal to mandate the use of green steel in government projects. This is in addition to the classification system already under review.
