Market Definition
The green steel manufacturing process is the hydrogen-based direct reduction of iron ore. The process involves chemically reducing solid iron ore using green hydrogen to produce an intermediate product known as sponge iron. Various countries are expected to use green steel to reduce carbon footprints and achieve sustainable development goals in the future. It is made using green hydrogen derived from renewable sources without fossil fuels. The consumer & producers' propensity toward sustainable products & increasing government initiatives globally have contributed significantly toward bolstering the growth of the Global Green Steel market.
Market Insights
The Global Green Steel market is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 12% during the forecast period, 2025-30. This is in line with the rising shift towards sustainable steel production by steel manufacturers to achieve net-zero emissions. Moreover, the surging demand for low-carbon steel from various end-user industries, such as automotive, building & construction, etc., is also expected to rise with their targets to use sustainable products. The global market is likely to be driven primarily by the mounting inclination of governments in the US, Canada, Germany, France, the UK, etc., toward lowering carbon emissions & adopting sustainable products & manufacturing practices in verticals, such as construction, electronics, industrial equipment, etc.
