Episode 1: Edwin Basson & Åsa Ekdahl, World Steel Association

In this first episode of the Green Steel Challenge Podcast, Astrid Korf-Wolman, alongside co-hosts Dr Mike Walsh and James Moss, warmly welcome Edwin Basson and Åsa Ekdahl from WorldSteel - the world's largest steel association with members representing some 85% of global steel production. They discuss the ambitious journey of decarbonising the global steel industry and dive into a thought-provoking debate around innovative technological advancements, the significance of cross-sector collaboration, and the hurdles lying in the path towards Green Steel.This episode illuminates the evolving narrative of steel transitioning from a major carbon emitter to a greener operation, offering a blend of expert insights, candid dialogue, and a peek into the promising future of sustainable steel production. Our guests shed light on global sustainability endeavours within the steel sector, making this episode a pivotal piece in understanding the Green Steel challenge from a global perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Om Podcasten

The Green Steel Challenge podcast aims to invite a conversation, ignite innovation and accelerate change within and around the steel industry, contributing significantly to the decarbonisation of this crucial material.Drawing inspiration from Willy Korf, the German entrepreneur known as a steel rebel and pioneer of the mini-mill and DRI, this podcast challenges the steel industry. Produced by The Willy Korf Foundation and Kallanish Commodities, both neutral entities deeply connected to the steel industry yet without direct commercial interests, we aim to be a platform for transformative ideas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.