The steel industry is committed to the goal of achieving an injury-free and healthy workplace for all employees and contractors.
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Our industry fully supports the aims of the Paris Agreement. We are committed to a low-carbon future.
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The steel industry is committed to transparent data disclosure and continual improvement in environmental performance issues, including water use, air quality, and maximising resource use.
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The success of the steel industry is intrinsically linked to its diverse people. Education and training for a net-zero future is a priority.
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Steel is the most commonly used metal in the world. It is everywhere in our lives.
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worldsteel is today releasing its global 2026 Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) database, based on 2024 data. The data captures the full “cradle‑to‑gate” picture of steel production.
How new worldsteel LCI data is improving measurement of steel’s environmental footprint — insights from our Head of Sustainability.
worldsteel plans to publish its world crude steel production data for April 2026 on 2Z May.
The highlight of this issue is that a new guideline was issued by the government on energy conservation and decarbonisation, reaffirming the determination of Chinese policymakers to achieve the country’s decarbonisation ambitions. This is a member-only report.
Our next Open Forum will be held in Brussels on 2–3 June. Register now to take part in the climate conversation. More details via this link.
The steel industry reflects on progress and reinforces its commitment to safety and health using proactive approaches. Read more.
This report is based on data provided by our members and offers crucial insights into our industry’s ongoing commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our workforce.
World crude steel production for the 69 countries reporting to worldsteel was 159.9 million tonnes (Mt) in March 2026, a 4.2% decrease compared to March 2025.
In this steelTalks, to be held on 28 April, EMSTEEL’s HSSE Director will explain how the company is achieving a proactive safety culture that supports resilient, sustainable steel operations.
Crucial insights into our industry’s ongoing commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our workforce.
Nineteen Sustainability iIdicators for the steel industry and a historical overview.
Pathways and call to action to reduce CO2 emissions from the steel industry.
Six safety and health principles for the steel industry. An evolving set of guidelines.
A comprehensive overview of the global steel industry in figures.
The advantages of joining a vibrant steel community.
A collection of amazing facts about steel that demonstrate steel's value for society.
An informative and entertaining look at steel’s enormous impact on the history of mankind.
Given the inherent properties of steel, steel has a major role to play in the circular economy.
Six principles for a safe and healthy work environment and other important topics.
How to manage water sustainably across the steel industry.
An overview of the importance of steel industry co-products and why their use should be encouraged.
Air quality control is a major priority for the steel industry.
A life cycle approach is the only way to establish the true environmental performance of any given product.
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worldsteel's Sustainability Champions
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