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Fortescue's low-temperature direct electrochemical reduction process, which converts low-grade iron ore into high-grade magnetite at 130ºC without hydrogen, is advancing to real-world testing after successful government-funded trials. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency has reported readiness for a 100 kg-feed pilot aimed at producing metallic iron from at least half of the feedstock, supported by $5 million in funding as part of a larger $43 million project. This initiative aims to enhance the competitiveness of Pilbara iron ore and reduce carbon emissions.