Sustainable World through Steels.

Sustainable World through Steels is a 5-year research and development program with an ecosystem investment exceeding EUR 100 million. The program aims to build a world-leading high-strength fossil-free steel production system. Funding from Business Finland is highly acknowledged.

Mission

1. Innovate high-strength steel grades and industrial applications with superior material performance and energy efficiency

2. Transform Finland’s steel production from a traditional base-industry model into a modern, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing system

3. Boost circularity and value-added creation of fossil-free steels in the marine, energy, automotive, and construction value chains

4. Decarbonize steel manufacturing to support Europe’s green transition and long-term resilience

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Themes

This initiative focuses on accelerating the transition to fossil-free steel production through new technologies, digitalization, and circular solutions. It aims to reduce CO₂ emissions while ensuring high-quality steel production, improving efficiency with AI and advanced manufacturing processes, and increasing the use of fossil-free steel in industrial applications. The program also promotes circularity by maximizing the value of steelmaking by-products, helping create a more sustainable and near zero-waste steel industry.

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Business Finland funding for leading companies and ecosystems:

SSAB’s previous Co-innovation projects funded by Business Finland: