Arabian Gulf Steel Industries (AGSI) is at the forefront of a new initiative launched by Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC), a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA). The initiative, known as the Energy Efficiency Clubs, aims to foster energy-efficient practices and sustainable decision-making among Abu Dhabi’s leading industrial sites. This collaborative effort includes AGSI alongside other companies such as Agthia Group and Emirates Float Glass, according to Emirates News Agency (WAM).
The Energy Efficiency Clubs are designed to serve as a collaborative platform where industry leaders can exchange knowledge and best practices. “The Energy Efficiency Clubs are designed to be a collaborative platform where industry leaders can exchange knowledge and best practices by engaging in expert talks, presentations by leading technology suppliers, and interactive problem-solving sessions,” said Saeed Al Suwaidi, ADDC Chief Executive Officer.
AGSI, renowned as the UAE’s first Net Zero Steel Plant to achieve Carbon Neutrality, plays a pivotal role in this initiative. “Our energy-efficiency practices are a crucial contributor to our GHG-free manufacturing process and a key pillar of our Sustainability Strategy. As one of the hosts of the Energy Efficiency Clubs, we are dedicated to sharing our knowledge and best practices in Energy Management, various energy efficiency initiatives undertaken by us, and our environmental stewardship to promote sustainable manufacturing practices,” Asam Hussain, AGSI’s CEO, said.
AGSI has an annual production capacity of 1.3 mln tons of billet, 360,000 tons of rebar, and 240,000 tons of light and medium sections.
