Emirates Steel Arkan has partenered with renewable energy company Masdar to develop a green hydrogen project to decarbonize the UAE steel sector.
The pilot project is the first-of-its-kind in the MENA region. Located in the Emirates Steel Arkan production facilities at the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi, the project is currently in the installation phase. Electrolyzers have already been delivered to the site to help produce green steel, with the project expected to be commissioned in early 2024. The site will demonstrate the use of green hydrogen - instead of natural gas - to extract iron from iron ore.
''Steel is an essential commodity driving economic growth and creating jobs and this project presents huge potential for reducing emissions while increasing trade.''
Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, CEO of Masdar
Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, CEO of Masdar, said: ‘‘Masdar is very pleased to be partnering with Emirates Steel Arkan on this innovative project to decarbonize this vital sector. Steel is an essential commodity driving economic growth and creating jobs and this project presents huge potential for reducing emissions while increasing trade. Masdar has been pioneering renewable energy projects around the world for more than 17 years. The UAE will once again demonstrate its climate leadership by hosting COP28 in a few days’ time. As the country’s clean energy powerhouse, Masdar will continue to harness the power of innovation and partnership to create a cleaner, greener tomorrow.’’
‘‘We strongly believe in the power of collaboration to achieve our ambitious decarbonization roadmap and are delighted to partner with Masdar to realize this goal...''
Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi, group CEO of Emirates Steel Arkan
Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi, Group CEO of Emirates Steel Arkan, said: ‘‘We strongly believe in the power of collaboration to achieve our ambitious decarbonization roadmap and are delighted to partner with Masdar to realize this goal, known for its successful track record in developing and implementing sustainable energy solutions in the UAE and globally. As the first steel company in the MENA region, and among the pioneers worldwide to adopt green hydrogen for sustainable steel production, this project represents a major milestone in our commitment to realize our company’s sustainability objectives. By embracing cutting-edge technologies and fostering strategic collaborations, we are spearheading the industry's shift towards a more sustainable future, in harmony with the UAE's strategic commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050.’’