A woman looking forward symbolizing the steel industry's shift towards eco-friendly materials like SSAB's Zero and Fossil-free steels for a more sustainable future.
A woman looking forward symbolizing the steel industry's shift towards eco-friendly materials like SSAB's Zero and Fossil-free steels for a more sustainable future.

Fossil freedom is just around the corner!

As one of the world’s most advanced steelmakers, SSAB is revolutionizing steelmaking, pushing the boundaries of innovation with steels with virtually zero fossil CO2 emissions. ​

SSAB Zero steel

The next generation of recycled steel

In North America, SSAB steel is made from 97% recycled materials. But recycling is not enough. It is time to skip fossil-based energy sources too. SSAB Zero™ is produced with fossil-free electricity and renewable natural gas – resulting in steels with virtually no fossil carbon emissions.

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Forging a sustainable future

Steel is the backbone of society. Both iron sources – iron ore and recycled scrap – are needed in order to meet future demand. 

Accelerating innovation

Timeline for SSAB fossil-free steel journey

Fossil-free steel and HYBRIT® technology ​

In 2021, SSAB produced the world’s first fossil-free steel as a proof of concept using HYBRIT® technology. The revolutionary steelmaking technology using hydrogen reduced sponge iron, removes the primary source of CO2 emissions with water as by-product, instead of CO2. Since then, a number of pilot deliveries have been made to selected partners in different industries. The steel has the same high quality and properties as traditional steel, but less impact on the planet.

When available in commercial volumes, the fossil carbon emissions  in SSAB’s production of SSAB Fossil-free™ steel are targeted to be less than 0.05 kg CO2e/kg steel in Scope 1, 2 and for iron ore upstream Scope 3, of the GHG Protocol. 


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How SSAB is changing the game with sustainable steel production

If you think sustainable steel production sounds like a contradiction in terms, you are not alone. Or at least, you would not have been – until global steel company SSAB decided it was time for a change.

 
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What does ”green steel” really mean?

The interest in “green steel” is increasing. But when no official definition exists, how do you know if you’re a victim of greenwashing?

How is fossil-free steel made?

For thousands of years, steel has been made using coal to remove oxygen from iron ore, emitting vast amounts of CO2 in the process. But now, SSAB is set to revolutionize the industry with HYBRIT® technology, using hydrogen instead of coal in the ore reduction process, and emitting water instead of CO2.

partnership

Get to know our partners and explore their future products with less climate impact ​

Creating a more sustainable world demands team work. Choosing the right steel is an important factor in reaching climate goals. Read about some of our partners’ ambitions when developing their products for the future. 

Get more insights about fossil-free steel

Curious to take a step further and learn more about fossil-free steel? Get more in-depth knowledge about the development and the impact of the world around us.

First mover initatives

Peab

Collaboration the key to the world’s first building with fossil-free steel 

Groundbreaking collaboration between SSAB and Peab can revolutionize the construction industry’s climate footprint. The world’s first building with SSAB’s fossil-free steel is proof of this.

The world’s first underground mining truck with a dump box made from fossil-free steel.

Breaking new ground in sustainable mining

Epiroc has developed the world’s first underground mining truck with a dump box made from fossil-free steel.

 

Faurecia

SSAB and Forvia to collaborate on fossil-free steel for automotive seat structures

SSAB is teaming up with Forvia to jointly explore the development of fossil-free advanced high-strength steel for use in the automotive seating business.


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Expand your knowledge 

Explore our webinars where we provide insights and answer frequently asked questions on how you can benefit from using SSAB’s steels with lower CO2 emissions. All webinars are free and available on-demand.

Fossil-free steel webinar

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What is SSAB’s main objective for developing fossil-free steel

The steel industry is currently one of the highest CO2 emitters, accounting for 7% of all emissions globally. While SSAB is already one of the world’s most CO2 efficient steelmakers, we know that the industry still has a long way to go. Our objective is to lead the steel industry to a decarbonized future.

Learn more about what a fossil-free future means for you

Why should I buy decarbonized steel?

An investment in decarbonized steel adds value to your business by virtually eliminating the carbon emissions from the steelmaking of your value chain. Your sales contact can give you more information. 

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What is the difference between SSAB Zero™, SSAB Fossil-free™ steel and standard steel?

SSAB Zero™ is made using recycled steel and fossil-free energy. SSAB Fossil-free™ steel will be made using fossil-free sponge iron using HYBRIT® technology and fossil-free energy. Compared to standard steel, SSAB’s offering has the lowest carbon footprint in the world, to our knowledge. 

How can I find out more about SSAB Zero™ steel?

If you cannot find the information you are looking for here, please contact us here. Or get in touch with your SSAB sales contact directly.

FAQ: SSAB Fossil-free™ steel

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Fredrik N G Andersson

“Decarbonization is possible, but it requires new thinking”

Pressure to be more sustainable is being exerted at both ends of the supply chain, according to Professor Fredrik N G Andersson from Lund University.

Fossil free steel is already used in the automotive industry, thanks to SSAB.

The future of the automotive industry: Eco friendly cars are here to stay

Eco friendly cars are changing. With collaborations in the automotive and steel industry joining major players together, the dream of a carbon-neutral car is getting closer.

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Sharing fossil-free steel with the world

Development at SSAB of the world’s first-ever fossil-free steel is moving fast. Discover how patenting the technology will benefit future partners and increase global impact.

Press releases

Oct 12
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HYBRIT: New research shows hydrogen-reduced iron has superior properties

New research within the HYBRIT project, driven by SSAB, LKAB and Vattenfall, shows superior results on the properties and quality of the hydrogen direct reduced sponge iron (H-DRI) made using HYBRIT technology. Test results prove that the direct reduction of iron ore using hydrogen offers a superior product that is easy to handle, transport and store. It also virtually eliminates CO\2\ emissions in the reduction process.

Oct 13
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SSAB’s fossil-free steel featured in Volvo Group’s vehicle

In a world-first, Volvo Group reveals the first vehicle made of fossil-free steel produced by SSAB. The machine, a load carrier for use in mining and quarrying, is being unveiled at a Volvo collaboration event today in Gothenburg.

Sep 7
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SSAB to deliver fossil-free steel to Cargotec

SSAB is to deliver fossil-free steel to Cargotec, a leading provider of cargo and load handling solutions. Cargotec plans to use the fossil-free steel in their cargo handling equipment.