Supporting our steelmaking clients in their decarbonization efforts is a key challenge for our Group. By launching “eraLow”, our low-carbon manganese alloy brand, we position ourselves as a key player in the steel value chain, contributing to making this industry more responsible.
The promise of eraLow:
- One of the lowest carbon footprints on the market:eraLow products guarantee lower CO2 emission rates than the global average (1.9 tons of CO2 per ton of alloy on scopes 1 (direct emissions related to the company’s activities) and 2 (indirect emissions related to energy consumption), compared to a global average of 3.9 tons of CO2 per ton of alloy). These exceptional results are due to the use of decarbonized electricity in Norway and France, combined with advanced production processes.
- Verified carbon intensity:eraLow products come with a verified carbon intensity assurance statement by DNV, an internationally recognized third party.
- Transparency throughout the value chain:eraLow products are tracked using eraTrace, Eramet’s traceability platform utilizing blockchain technology and offering a digital passport for each order.
- A production process meeting the highest ESG standards in the industry:Eramet’s plants are ISO 50001 (energy) and ISO 14001 (environment) certified. The Group’s overall performance has been rated “Silver” by Ecovadis, as well as A- for climate and B for water security by the CDP.
- A first step towards zero-CO2 manganese alloy production:Eramet’s ultimate ambition is to provide its steelmaking clients with zero-CO2 emission manganese alloys to support their own decarbonization efforts. Other projects are also being studied: Eramet is currently building a unique pilot plant at its Sauda plant in Norway to test innovative technologies that could enable the capture and storage of CO2 emitted by furnaces. The group is also testing the use of bio-reducers in its furnaces as a partial replacement for coke.
