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Reducing carbon footprints and the path forward for green steel : the Indian context
The Indian steel industry saw significant growth in the 1960s , with many plants coming under public sector ownership . Back then , carbon emission regulations were notably lax . It was humorously remarked that , in one plant in eastern India , the red fumes from the LD converters acted as a beacon for pilots navigating their way to the airport . In another incident at the same location , the accumulation of LD dust on the roof , combined with heavy rain , caused a roof collapse in the Steel Melting Shop .
However , those days are long gone . Today , the Indian steel industry is actively working to reduce carbon emissions as part of its broader commitment to sustainability .
By Ananthanarayan Mohan
Steel production in India
India is currently the secondlargest producer and the thirdlargest consumer of steel globally .
With production at 142 million metric tonnes ( Mt ), the country is aiming for 245 Mt by 2030 and 528 Mt by 2050 . This scale of production has significant implications for energy consumption , environmental impact , and economic development .
42 Green Steel World | Issue 15 | November 2024