Industrial Transition Accelerator (ITA)

Brazil’s rich renewable energy resources and large iron ore reserves present a unique opportunity to lead the way in low-emissions steel production. The ITA is working on the ground in Brazil to help unlock this potential and accelerate the transition to clean industry. Our Brazil Programme is designed to support critical projects in heavy-emitting sectors like steel, cement, and shipping, helping developers overcome investment hurdles and advance to final investment decision (FID). In particular, hot briquetted iron (HBI) presents a significant opportunity for Brazil’s steel sector. By integrating HBI into traditional steelmaking processes, Brazil could reduce emissions by up to 25% at existing BF-BOF mills — a vital step towards decarbonising one of the country’s most emissions-intensive industries. We explore Brazil's steel sector in more detail below. For further insights on Brazil’s industrial decarbonisation opportunities, check out our Brazil Insights Briefing: https://lnkd.in/ef_pYbze #GreenSteel #IndustrialDecarbonisation #CleanIndustry #Brazil #EnergyTransition #IndustrialTransition

One of the first projects to join the ITA's Brazil Programme, Atlas Agro’s green hydrogen initiative is a significant step towards decarbonising Brazil’s #fertiliser sector. The project, based in Uberaba, aims to produce 530,000 tonnes of fertiliser per year using #GreenHydrogen — a cleaner alternative to conventional methods that heavily rely on fossil fuels. This is a vital development for Brazil, which currently imports around 80% of its nitrogen fertiliser. Marc Farre Moutinho, ITA’s Brazil Programme Lead, highlights the project’s strategic importance: "The project creates an opening for companies to leverage Brazil's abundant renewable energy resources and produce fertilisers made from green hydrogen as a competitive alternative that mitigates the risks of relying on imports." Atlas Agro’s project aligns with the ITA’s mission to fast-track clean industrial growth and support projects that can overcome investment barriers and achieve final investment decision (FID). With Brazil’s strong renewable energy base and strategic location near key agribusiness hubs, scaling green hydrogen production can unlock new economic opportunities while driving emissions reductions. This project demonstrates the potential for clean industrial innovation to reshape critical sectors — a vital step in achieving a low-carbon future. With thanks to Pedro Lovisi and Folha de S.Paulo for featuring us. Read the full article here (in Portuguese): https://lnkd.in/eM8XA7yw #IndustrialDecarbonisation #GreenHydrogen #CleanIndustry #Brazil #ITAImpact

In a new episode of the 'Energy Transitions' podcast out today, Faustine Delasalle, Executive Director of the Industrial Transition Accelerator and CEO of Mission Possible Partnership, joined Pamela Largue to explore the EU’s new Clean Industrial Deal — a crucial policy framework designed to strengthen European industry while advancing #decarbonisation. While the Deal offers much-needed clarity, Faustine highlights that it must be implemented swiftly and cohesively to achieve meaningful impact. Key points discussed include: ?? The fragility of European industry following the energy crisis and the urgency of decarbonisation ?? How the Clean Industrial Deal aims to revitalise and reshore key industrial activities ?? The need to address energy costs for energy-intensive sectors ?? Why Europe must look to regions like India, North Africa, and the Middle East to source clean energy ?? The importance of building markets for made-in-Europe clean commodities While industrial decarbonisation alone won’t guarantee greater competitiveness, Faustine explains her optimism that with the right actions, clean industry can become the new normal for Europe. Listen to the full episode for insights on how Europe’s industrial sector can stay competitive while embracing the clean energy transition. https://lnkd.in/dx-HC8_v #EnergyTransition #CleanIndustrialDeal #IndustrialDecarbonisation #EUIndustry #Sustainability

Green fertiliser represents an enormous opportunity for Brazil. It was a pleasure to explore how we can make it a reality with Secretary Rodrigo Rollemberg, Secretary of Green Economy, #Decarbonization and Bioindustry from the Ministry of Industry, Development, Trade and Services (MDIC),?his team and our colleagues from Systemiq Ltd. ? Francisco Paiva Avelino Gustavo Fontenele Marc Farre Moutinho Mathias Becker Giulia Tonon #GreenFertiliser #Decarbonisation

Reflections from India: Advancing the Industrial Transition ???? After a week of insightful discussions at the World Sustainable Development Summit in Delhi last week, we're inspired by India's growing momentum in driving green industrialisation. Key takeaways from Faustine Delasalle’s participation at the #WSDS2025 CEO Forum: ?? Green industrialisation is a major economic opportunity: With vast renewable energy potential, a strong industrial base, and skilled labour, India is well-positioned to become a clean industry leader - supporting both domestic growth and global decarbonisation efforts ?? Stimulating demand is critical: Faustine highlighted the ITA’s tools designed to accelerate green transactions, including the Green Demand Policy Playbook, Green Purchase Toolkit, and Standards Map ?? India’s project pipeline is growing: the ITA’s analysis of Mission Possible Partnership's #GlobalProjectTracker identified 39 announced clean industrial projects - showcasing India's readiness to scale investment and create jobs in the green economy Discussions with Indian business leaders underscored the appetite to seize this economic opportunity, especially among those investing in the hydrogen economy. We look forward to exploring partnerships that will unlock investment and help developers take clean industrial projects to final investment decision (FID). A huge thank you to TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute, Confederation of Indian Industry, Invest India, Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), and RMI India for the invaluable conversations throughout the week. #IndustrialTransition #GreenInvestment #CleanIndustry #WSDS2025 #NetZero

The EU's €4.2bn boost for decarbonisation projects is a step forward for industrial transformation. The European Commission’s latest funding announcement marks a significant leap towards accelerating industrial decarbonisation. €4.2 billion in grants has been awarded to 77 decarbonisation projects, with an additional six reserve-list projects invited to access remaining funds. Collectively, these projects aim to reduce emissions by nearly 400 million tonnes of CO? over their first decade. Collaboration, investment, and innovation are key to building a cleaner industrial future - and these EU-backed projects demonstrate what’s possible when ambition meets action. Read more over at Renewables Now Ltd: https://lnkd.in/efvMGu4s #IndustrialDecarbonisation #NetZero #CleanIndustry #InnovationFund Image: Pixabay

?? Worth a read. The ITA's Brazil Country Lead, Marc Farre Moutinho, speaks to Green Steel World about our push for industrial decarbonisation. ?? "Our approach is to adapt good ideas and apply them sensitively to local conditions. That is why ITA has geographically focused programs, like the one in Brazil, where we are working to leverage the country’s unique resources and opportunities while addressing specific challenges."

Positive summary below from ITA Executive Director, Faustine Delasalle, regarding her attendance last week at the World Sustainable Development Summit in New Delhi. She highlights that the ITA's approach to unlocking clean industrial projects appears to be complementary to the rich landscape of efforts on industry decarbonisation in India.

Cement is one of the most challenging industries to decarbonise, but the pathway to net zero is clear. While carbon capture (CCUS) will play a key role, affordable policy measures can accelerate progress now, without heavy financial burdens. In World Cement magazine, our Technical Lead for Materials, Elliot Mari outlines three high-impact policies that require little or no direct financial support, that can drive deep emissions cuts: ? Reforming construction codes – Transitioning from recipe-based to performance-based cement standards to enable greater use of low-carbon blended cements. ? Diverting waste for energy – Scaling waste-to-fuel solutions for cement kilns, cutting fossil fuel use while managing hazardous materials. ? Green public procurement (GPP) – Governments can drive demand for low-carbon cement by setting sustainability standards in public projects. These solutions could cut 50% of the cement sector’s emissions by 2050, putting the industry on track for net zero. Regulatory updates - not massive subsidies - are the key to unlocking progress. ?? Read more in World Cement (free registration): https://lnkd.in/epRQPDWM ?? Explore the ITA’s Green Demand Policy Playbook for further policy insights: https://lnkd.in/eNs84xUn #CementDecarbonisation #NetZero #GreenPublicProcurement #CircularEconomy #SustainableConstruction #LowCarbon

I am grateful and honoured to be featured in the list of the 50 most transformative leaders that Ian de Cruz is highlighting in 2025. And particularly glad to find myself in the "ecosystem builder" category. ?? This term captures so well what the Energy Transitions Commission, Mission Possible Partnership and Industrial Transition Accelerator (ITA) are aiming to achieve: > ??? mobilise a whole ecosystem - up and down energy and industrial value chains, across civil society, industry, finance, and government > ???????? align with them despite their differences on how to speed up the transition to net-zero energy systems, and > ?? importantly walk the talk and make things happen on the ground ???? This gives me the opportunity to say a warm thank you to: > the wonderful teams I've worked with and am working with today who have continuously punched above their weight, navigating the highs and lows of a tough but critical fight > the very many partners who have been and will continue to be part of this journey, ready to face the discomfort of joining forces with others in order to reach higher ambitions I am a stubborn optimist and trust that together we can continue making the impossible possible! ??