BlueScope joins push to decarbonise heavy industry

BlueScope Steel has become a Key Partner of the Heavy Industry Low-carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre (HILT CRC), an Australian-based collaborative venture linking industry, research and government organisations with the aim of creating a low-carbon heavy industry sector and achieving net zero by 2050.

Established in June 2021, HILT CRC has been awarded Commonwealth funds over 10 years, with investments totalling approximately $200 million (cash and in-kind).

As Australia’s largest steel manufacturer, BlueScope has stated that it is committed to investing in greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) reduction by producing strong, durable and recyclable steel products that are a key foundation for sustainable development and the transition to a low-carbon society.

HILT CRC CEO Jenny Selway said the CRC was delighted to welcome BlueScope, with the partnership bringing a range of mutual benefits.

“BlueScope’s extensive experience and leadership in the steel industry make it an invaluable partner in our mission to drive the decarbonisation of heavy industry,” she said.

“We look forward to the innovative contributions they will bring to our collaborative efforts.”

BlueScope will join more than 50 industry, research and government organisations brought together by HILT CRC to work on developing and demonstrating technologies that will help the steel, iron, alumina and cement industries decarbonise heavy industry and grow the economy.

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