CERTIFIED RECYCLING
When it comes to the efficient recycling of valuable materials such as steel scrap, voestalpine has been a shining example for many years, and with an average rate of 25% in our premium flat steel products, it has been a true leader in the industry. This impressive proportion of recycled material was verified and certified by the renowned and independant DEKRA institute.
So now we have it green on white: voestalpine fully complies with the high performance and quality standards in terms of sustainability. And that is only the beginning! In 2027, things will become exciting when the first electric-arc furnace is commissioned and the share of recycled material can be substantially increased!
In order to cope with large volumes of valuable scrap, a steel scrap handling station was built close to the production facilities. It has been affectionately named the Scrap Lift. In a subsequent step, the capacity of scrap storage will also be increased on the works premises in order to create sufficient space.
And to ensure that things continue to run smoothly in the future, viable strategies are being developed in collaboration with interested customers for a circular economy. This will allow a seamless return of recycling materials to the steel production process.
We are happy to be going in circles when it comes to the environment—with sustainable strategies for a circular economy!
Stella Sustainable, Sustainability Expert