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Hyundai to Build Low-Carbon Steel Plant in Louisiana, Automakers Encouraged to Source Green Steel

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Hyundai plans to build a low-carbon steel plant in Louisiana, with a target completion date of 2029, utilizing blue hydrogen initially and transitioning to green hydrogen by the mid-2030s. This facility aims to reduce emissions by at least 75% compared to traditional methods, while major automakers like General Motors and Ford have committed to sourcing 10% green steel by 2030. Meanwhile, Cleveland-Cliffs has shifted focus from a green steel initiative in Ohio to a coal-based project, highlighting the challenges in the industry's transition to sustainable practices.

Hyundai to Build Low-Carbon Steel Plant in Louisiana, Automakers Encouraged to Source Green Steel
Jan 23, 2026, 6:10 AM

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