Eramet's eraLow: Revolutionizing the Steel Industry with Low-CO2 Manganese Alloys

The global steel industry is facing increasing pressure to decarbonize and reduce its carbon footprint. One of the key players in the manganese alloy market, Eramet, has responded to this challenge by launching eraLow, a new brand of low-CO2 manganese alloys. This innovative product line is set to transform the steel industry by offering a more sustainable alternative to traditional manganese alloys.

EraLow products are designed to meet the growing demand for low-carbon steel products, as the steel industry seeks to reduce its emissions and comply with increasingly stringent regulations. With a guaranteed CO2 emission rate below 1.9t CO2 / t of alloy for scope 1 and 2 emissions, eraLow outperforms the global average of 3.9t CO2 / t of alloy (CRU study based on 2023 data). This exceptional result is achieved through the use of carbon-free electricity in Norway and France, combined with cutting-edge production processes.

Eramet's commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated by the verified carbon intensity assurance statement for eraLow, verified by DNV, an internationally recognized third party. This verification ensures that Eramet's carbon intensity claims are transparent, accountable, and aligned with industry standards. Additionally, eraLow products come with eraTrace, Eramet’s unique traceability service using blockchain technology. EraTrace provides customers with transparent data about the production process, CO2 emissions, and CSR KPIs of production sites, building trust and promoting transparency along the entire value chain.

The launch of eraLow is a significant step towards Eramet's ultimate ambition of producing zero CO2 emission manganese alloy products. The company is currently constructing a first-of-its-kind pilot plant at its Sauda smelter in Norway to test innovative technologies that could enable the future capture and storage of CO2 gases emitted from the furnaces. Eramet is also trialing the usage of bio-reductants in its furnaces as a potential partial replacement of coke.

Christel Bories, Chair and CEO of Eramet, stated, "The launch of eraLow embodies our commitment to providing our customers with a clearly identified solution contributing to the decarbonization of the steel industry. With eraLow, we offer our customers not only manganese alloys with one of the lowest CO2 footprints on the market: we offer them also the opportunity to build trust and transparency throughout their entire value chain."

In conclusion, Eramet's eraLow brand of low-CO2 manganese alloys is poised to revolutionize the steel industry by offering a more sustainable alternative to traditional manganese alloys. With its exceptional CO2 footprint, verified carbon intensity, and transparent traceability, eraLow is set to become the preferred choice for steelmakers seeking to reduce their carbon footprint and meet sustainability goals. As the demand for low-carbon steel products continues to grow, eraLow is well-positioned to capture a significant share of the market and contribute to the decarbonization of the steel industry.