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New Zealand Steel’s Green Revolution | Auckland News
New Zealand Steel just launched a revolutionary electric furnace at Glenbrook that slashes carbon emissions by nearly 50%—equivalent to 1% of the nation’s total output. Backed by $140 million in government funding and $160 million from Bluescope Steel, this upgrade replaces coal-fired kilns with clean renewable power and recycled scrap, slashing reliance on carbon credits. The move not only cuts emissions but keeps local scrap steel processing in-country, boosting sustainability and domestic industry—all while paving the way for future hydrogen-based steelmaking. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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