Arabian Gulf Steel Industries (AGSI), a steelmaker based in Abu Dhabi, has announced that its plant has achieved ‘net zero’ emissions.
This commitment is part of the company’s strategy to enhance environmental responsibility and sustainable manufacturing, said a statement from the company.
AGSI is the largest steel recycling company in the UAE. Its facility produces 600kt of steel bars annually from 100% locally sourced steel scrap.
"We continue to take decisive steps to enhance the company’s efforts in green industries by using modern technologies and sustainable steel manufacturing processes, thereby supporting the UAE’s goals for a sustainable economic future."
Asam Hussain, CEO, Arabian Gulf Steel Industries
On the achievement, CEO Asam Hussain said: "We continue to take decisive steps to enhance the company’s efforts in green industries by using modern technologies and sustainable steel manufacturing processes, thereby supporting the UAE’s goals for a sustainable economic future."
"We work on strengthening our commitment to environmental, social, and governance practices, ensuring a significant and continuous impact on the steel industry in the UAE and contributing to a positive transformation in the industry. Our net zero emission steel plant is a testament to our commitment to environmental management, supporting the UAE’s vision to become a regional hub for sustainable manufacturing," Hussain added.
The company received the Greenhouse Gas Verification Statement from DNV in 2023, a global leader in auditing, confirming AGSI’s ability to achieve climate neutrality goals.
Additionally, the company became the first steel producer to achieve carbon neutrality in compliance with the international standard PAS2060:2014, certified by DNV.