Pioneering Fossil-Free Metals Production
Sustainability and innovation are reshaping industries, and GreenIron, a trailblazing Swedish company, is at the forefront of this transformation. By adopting patented materials reduction technology, GreenIron is set to industrialize hydrogen-based metals production at its first commercial facility in Sandviken, Sweden. ABB, a global leader in automation and electrification, has been chosen to provide the automation and control system solutions that will drive this initiative.
A Cleaner Approach to Metals Production
GreenIron’s technology promises a monumental shift in metal production. Using hydrogen as a reducing agent, the process eliminates fossil fuels, producing only water as a byproduct. Each furnace can cut carbon emissions by around 56,000 tonnes annually compared to traditional coal-based methods. With the potential to scale up to 300 furnaces, GreenIron’s technology could slash carbon emissions by a figure equivalent to 35% of Sweden’s annual CO2 output.
The Role of ABB’s Automation Platform
Key to this innovation is ABB’s Ability? System 800xA? distributed control system (DCS). This advanced platform will:
GreenIron is also committed to circular production, utilizing residual products like landfills and residues as raw materials to create valuable sponge iron. This innovation supports various applications, including steel production and metal fabrication processes.
Statements from Industry Leaders
“The collaboration with ABB is a crucial part of our scaling up and future growth as we commence commercial production,” shared Ulrika Molander, Chief Operating Officer of GreenIron. “ABB’s system will enable us to stabilize operations at every stage and analyze data for our continued journey. It’s an exciting time for us.”
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Martin Bj?rnmalm, Local Business Line Manager for Metals at ABB Process Industries Sweden, emphasized the broader significance: “Together with GreenIron, we’re fulfilling sustainability objectives demanded by the metals industry and wider society. This project demonstrates how innovative processes and scalable technologies can drive impactful solutions.”
Towards a CO2-Free Value Chain
GreenIron and ABB’s partnership aims to establish a CO2-free value chain, from ore extraction to steel production. By leveraging renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, this initiative aligns with global efforts to reduce the environmental footprint of the metals industry, which currently accounts for approximately 8% of global CO2 emissions, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).
A History of Proven Solutions
For over 40 years, ABB’s DCS technology has been a cornerstone of process and energy industry operations. As industries accelerate their digital transformation, ABB’s System 800xA continues to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable processes while driving innovation for a sustainable future.
GreenIron and ABB’s collaboration showcases the immense potential of technology and innovation to revolutionize industries. Together, they are paving the way for a sustainable future in mining and metals production. Stay tuned as this partnership sets a new benchmark for green industrial solutions.
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