An Econometric Analysis of CO2 Emission Intensity in Poland’s Blast Furnace–Basic Oxygen Furnace Steelmaking Process DOI Open Access
Bożena Gajdzik, Radosław Wolniak, Wiesław Grebski

et al.

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 17(9), P. 4045 - 4045

Published: April 30, 2025

This study examines the carbon and energy intensity of steel production in Poland, with a particular focus on Blast Furnace–Basic Oxygen Furnace (BF-BOF) process. Given its dominant role industry, decarbonizing this process is crucial for achieving “Net Zero” targets outlined Strategy 2050 climate policy. The transition toward deep decarbonization presents significant technological challenges, primarily shift from high-carbon BF-BOF technology to low-carbon alternatives, such as hydrogen-based direct reduction iron Electric Arc Furnaces (H2-DRI-EAF—Hydrogen-Based Direct Reduction Iron Furnaces). Using time series analysis econometric modeling, we assess impact innovation investment emission technology. findings highlight necessity radical transformation reinforcing urgency adopting solutions. A successful sustainable industry requires holistic approach, integrating economic incentives, regulatory frameworks, innovation-driven strategies foster competitive, resource-efficient, environmentally responsible sector era decarbonization.

Language: Английский

An Econometric Analysis of CO2 Emission Intensity in Poland’s Blast Furnace–Basic Oxygen Furnace Steelmaking Process DOI Open Access
Bożena Gajdzik, Radosław Wolniak, Wiesław Grebski

et al.

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 17(9), P. 4045 - 4045

Published: April 30, 2025

This study examines the carbon and energy intensity of steel production in Poland, with a particular focus on Blast Furnace–Basic Oxygen Furnace (BF-BOF) process. Given its dominant role industry, decarbonizing this process is crucial for achieving “Net Zero” targets outlined Strategy 2050 climate policy. The transition toward deep decarbonization presents significant technological challenges, primarily shift from high-carbon BF-BOF technology to low-carbon alternatives, such as hydrogen-based direct reduction iron Electric Arc Furnaces (H2-DRI-EAF—Hydrogen-Based Direct Reduction Iron Furnaces). Using time series analysis econometric modeling, we assess impact innovation investment emission technology. findings highlight necessity radical transformation reinforcing urgency adopting solutions. A successful sustainable industry requires holistic approach, integrating economic incentives, regulatory frameworks, innovation-driven strategies foster competitive, resource-efficient, environmentally responsible sector era decarbonization.

Language: Английский

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