Al ain: EMSTEEL Group, one of the largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers in the region, has announced a landmark partnership with global technology leader Danieli to launch the first Electric Process Gas Heater (ePGH) pilot for the steel sector. This initiative is set to revolutionize the industry by replacing fossil-fuel-based heat sources with clean electric alternatives, marking a significant step towards net-zero operations.
According to Emirates News Agency, the ePGH pilot replaces conventional gas-fired heaters with an electric alternative at EMSTEEL’s Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) plants, eliminating over 2,200 tons of CO2 annually using green electricity. This innovation directly supports EMSTEEL’s commitment to reducing emissions by 40 percent by 2030 in its steel business division and represents a critical step in its broader green steel strategy.
Engineered in close collaboration with Danieli’s Research and Development division, the system has undergone rigorous simulation, testing, and modeling to ensure optimal performance under industrial conditions. The project begins with a 1.3 MW pilot phase and sets the foundation for scaling up to a 22.7 MW system, potentially redefining how thermal processes are decarbonized across the steel industry.
Engineer Saeed Ghumran Saeed Al Remeithi, Group CEO of EMSTEEL, emphasized the company’s commitment to sustainable manufacturing, stating that by adopting scalable clean technologies, they accelerate their sustainable steel strategy and strengthen the UAE’s position as a global hub for industrial innovation. He highlighted that their goal is to deliver industrial solutions that create lasting positive impacts for the environment, the economy, and future generations.
The company has already made substantial progress, having reduced its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity by 23 percent. As of 2023, EMSTEEL’s total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions stood at 4.5 million tonnes of CO2, marking a significant step forward in its journey toward net-zero.