Safety and health
The steel industry is committed to the goal of achieving an injury-free and healthy workplace for all employees and contractors.
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Climate action
Our industry fully supports the aims of the Paris Agreement. We are committed to a low-carbon future.
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Wider sustainability
The steel industry is committed to transparent data disclosure and continual improvement in environmental performance issues, including water use, air quality, and maximising resource use.
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Our people
The success of the steel industry is intrinsically linked to its diverse people. Education and training for a net-zero future is a priority.
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Steel is everywhere
Steel is the most commonly used metal in the world. It is everywhere in our lives.
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What's new
2024 constructsteel Awards winners announced
The constructsteel Awards recognise exceptional achievements in the steel construction sector spanning a one-year period. These awards celebrate outstanding projects in three categories.
September 2024 crude steel production
World crude steel production for the 71 countries reporting to worldsteel was 143.6 million tonnes (Mt) in September 2024, a 4.7% decrease compared to September 2023.
worldsteel elects new officers and welcomes new members
The Board of Members of worldsteel has today elected its Executive Board of Directors for the 2024/2025 period and welcomed six regular members and one affiliated member.
worldsteel Safety and Health Excellence Recognition 2024
worldsteel has recognised excellence in six of its member companies for delivering demonstrable improvements in safety and health.
15th Steelie Awards winners announced
The Steelie Awards recognise member companies for their contribution to the steel industry over a one-year period. Check out who the winning companies are.
worldsteel Short Range Outlook October 2024
worldsteel today released an update of the Short Range Outlook (SRO) for 2024 and 2025. worldsteel forecasts that this year global steel demand will drop further by 0.9% to 1,751 Mt.
#steelFacts 2024
worldsteel has issued the second edition of its #steelFact, a collection of amazing facts about steel. The publication is divided into six sections: What is steel?, Safety and health, Climate action, Wider sustainability, Our people, and Steel is everywhere.
How steel slag helps the concrete and cement industry cut carbon emissions
Steel slag is helping the concrete and cement industry reduce its carbon emissions, but as the steel industry also works to reduce its carbon footprint there may be less steel slag available in the future.
15th Steelie Awards shortlist announced
worldsteel has announced the shortlist for the 15th Steelie Awards. The Steelie Awards recognise member companies for their contribution to the steel industry over a one-year period.
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#steelFacts
A collection of amazing facts about steel that demonstrate steel's value for society.
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World Steel in Figures 2024
A comprehensive overview of the global steel industry in figures.
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Safety and health in the steel industry: Data report 2024
A holistic approach towards safety and health is required to move performance to the next level.
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The Steel Story
An informative and entertaining look at steel’s enormous impact on the history of mankind.
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Steel - the permanent material in the circular economy
Given the inherent properties of steel, steel has a major role to play in the circular economy.
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Sustainable Steel
Eight sustainability indicators for the steel industry and a historical overview.
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Safety culture and leadership fundamentals
This publication sets out four fundamentals which will contribute to a safer and healthier workplace.
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worldsteel membership benefits
The advantages of joining a vibrant steel community.
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Safety and health principles and definitions
Six safety and health principles for the steel industry with useful definitions and calculations.
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Safety and health policy paper
Six principles for a safe and healthy work environment and other important topics.
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Water management policy paper
How to manage water sustainably across the steel industry.
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Co-product policy paper
An overview of the importance of steel industry co-products and why their use should be encouraged.
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worldsteel's Sustainability Charter
Join the recycling revolution!
Steel makes our world a better place
#lovesteel compilation
ABOUT WORLDSTEEL
The World Steel Association (worldsteel) is one of the largest and most dynamic industry associations in the world, with members in every major steel-producing country. worldsteel represents steel producers, national and regional steel industry associations, and steel research institutes. Members represent around 85% of global steel production.
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60
Countries represented in membership
85%
Global steel production covered
6 million
People working for the steel industry