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Molten Industries, U. S. Steel, and CPFD Software Collaborate on Carbon-Neutral Steel Production
Key Highlights:
Molten Industries partners with U. S. Steel and CPFD Software.
$5.4M DOE grant supports pilot-scale system to reduce carbon emissions.
Project aims to demonstrate methane-pyrolysis-driven hydrogen production.
Potential to eliminate up to 60 million tons of CO2 annually.
Collaboration enhances U. S. Steel’s net-zero emissions goal by 2050.
Source (Business Wire)
Notable Quotes:
"This collaboration with U. S. Steel and CPFD Software is an exciting first step in Molten’s mission to decarbonize the world’s heavy industries. Our process delivers hydrogen at high temperatures required for ironmaking and steelmaking, saving energy and cost for steel manufacturers."
"Achieving U. S. Steel’s 2050 net zero emissions goal requires the development and commercialization of various technologies, some of which have yet to be available on a broad scale. This collaboration, thanks to the DOE grant, is an investment in the future of sustainable American steel."
"It is exciting to see Barracuda Virtual Reactor used to accelerate the scale-up and commercialization of Molten’s unique technology in partnership with U. S. Steel."
Our Take:
This collaboration marks a significant leap forward in the pursuit of sustainable steel production. By integrating methane-pyrolysis-driven hydrogen production with a pilot direct reduced iron (DRI) shaft furnace, this project has the potential to drastically reduce carbon emissions from steelmaking. The use of renewable electricity to produce hydrogen and solid graphite offers an efficient alternative to traditional methods, underscoring the project’s innovative approach. As this initiative progresses, it is poised to set a new standard for carbon-neutral steel production, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change and promote industrial sustainability.