Steel is all around us – from the bridges we cross to the homes we live in. But what if we told you that something as solid and essential as steel is also one of the biggest contributors to global warming?
Globally, the steel industry accounts for 7–9% of CO₂ emissions. India alone emits 242 million tons from steel production every year. And West Bengal? It produces 10% of India’s steel, with Durgapur, Asansol, and Burnpur as its steel powerhouses. That’s why, when we talk about fighting climate change, we can’t ignore this sector. But here’s the good news: change has begun.
Steel with a Purpose: Why Now?
The traditional way of making steel – burning coal in massive blast furnaces – is outdated and damaging. But shifting an entire industry isn’t easy. There are roadblocks: green hydrogen is expensive, infrastructure is lacking, and many manufacturers – especially smaller ones – don’t know where to start.
States like West Bengal and Jharkhand have the industrial muscle, the raw materials, and the people. West Bengal is connected to major ports, and with abundant ocean water, there is scope for green hydrogen development.
The question is – how do we unlock this potential?
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