ArcelorMittal, through its Steligence business, has signed a memorandum of understanding with galvanizing specialist ZINQ to promote sustainable construction by combining ArcelorMittal’s low-carbon XCarb recycled and renewably produced steel with ZINQ’s galvanizing expertise.
Steligence is a construction approach developed by ArcelorMittal, which considers buildings holistically to encourage optimum use of material throughout its entire lifecycle.
XCarb steel is produced in electric arc furnaces using high scrap content and 100pct renewable electricity. This process cuts CO2 emissions by up to 83pct compared with traditional blast furnace production.
The XCarb structural sections will be used in ZINQ’s ecoZINQ products, manufactured with 100pct renewable electricity. The partnership aims to lower the construction sector’s carbon footprint, improve product performance, and enhance traceability.
