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Panel Discussion: Transforming the BOF for Carbon Neutrality (Room 318)

Steel and metals manufacturing are reliant on fossil fuels as carbon is the primary element necessary for the reduction of iron ore and a critical alloying element in steel. Without carbon, we do not have steel. Global steel production, which contributes significantly to the emission of CO2 to the atmosphere, also recognizes the importance in pursuing a carbon-neutral industry. The integrated steelmaking route (BF/BOF), which remains an essential process to satisfy global market demand, especially for automotive manufacturing, presents a significant potential to achieve carbon neutrality. Cutting-edge technologies such as smelting reduction, carbon capture and utilization, and hydrogen-based DRI are still emerging from research, development and deployment. Many of the world’s largest steel companies are exploring the possibilities of these technologies. This moderated panel discussion will bring together global leaders in BOF steel production to discuss their path towards carbon neutrality. Topics for discussion will include (1) Each company’s overall vision for BOF carbon neutrality (2) Applications for coke substitutes such as natural gas, hydrogen gas, etc. (3) Status and timelines on CCUS applications and (4) Reinforcing the importance for BOF steel production