The Basics of Green Steelmaking: New Video Series Highlights Innovation in the Steel Industry

Steelmaking is one of the most carbon-intensive industries, releasing millions of tons of CO₂ every year. But change is possible. The video series “The Basics of Green Steelmaking” brings together experts from the MOWSES consortium to explain how steel production can become cleaner, safer, and more sustainable. Although steel is used in our everyday lives, from cars and bridges to household appliances, few people are aware of the processes behind its production or the environmental challenges it entails. This six-part series aims to bridge that gap by making the science behind the steel production accessible and engaging, while showing how new technologies and research are shaping the future of the industry.

Episode Overview

Episode 1 – Traditional Steelmaking

Tomáš Studecký (Comptes FHT a.s.) introduces the fundamentals of steelmaking, explaining why the traditional process is so energy-intensive and why it contributes so significantly to global CO₂ emissions.

Episode 2 – Recycling of Scrap

Sebastian Scholl (Dillinger) takes viewers inside the recycling process. He explains how reusing scrap steel reduces energy consumption, why recycling is key to greener steel, and the challenges involved.

Episode 3 – Electric Arc Furnace

Prithiv Thoudden Sukumar (OCAS) explains how the Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) uses powerful electric arcs to melt scrap metal efficiently, significantly cutting CO₂ emissions compared to traditional methods.

Episode 4 – Welding Processes

From gas metal arc welding to submerged arc welding, Rahul Sharma (RWTH Aachen University) walks through different techniques, showing how they impact the quality, stability, and sustainability of steel.

Episode 5 – Brittle and Ductile Fractures

Carey Walters, (Technical University of Delft) explains how steel can fail under stress, the difference between brittle and ductile fractures, and why understanding microstructure is crucial for safe, reliable steel structures.

Episode 6 – Artificial Intelligence and Steelmaking

Martin Müller (Saarland University) explores how AI technologies are transforming steelmaking by analyzing microstructures faster and more accurately, ensuring that recycled steel is just as reliable as steel produced through traditional methods.

Watch the Series

The series offers a unique inside look at steelmaking, from traditional methods to cutting-edge AI. Together, the six episodes highlight how innovation and collaboration are driving the transition to greener, more sustainable steel.

Watch the full series here and discover how science is reshaping the future of steel.