Emirates Steel Arkan (EMSTEEL), a low-carbon steel producer in the UAE, has announced its new decarbonization strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The company aims to cut absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 40% in its steel business unit and 30% in its cement business unit by 2030, based on the 2019 level.

In line with the UAE's goal to cut industrial emissions by 27% by 2035 compared to 2019 levels, EMSTEEL aims to improve energy efficiency, implement advanced process optimization technologies, and incorporate alternative fuels and raw materials into its steel and cement manufacturing processes.

Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi, Group CEO of EMSTEEL, said the company is committed to leading the transformation of the construction and manufacturing industries through sustainable practices. By 2030, EMSTEEL plans to source 100% of its electricity from clean and renewable energy.