Energy Efficiency Intensity and Renewables

At Qatar Steel, we acknowledge the energy-intensive nature of steel production, and we are committed to reducing energy consumption to minimise our environmental impact.

Our organisation sets itself apart from competitors in terms of sustainability by employing the Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) route for steel production. This approach is less energy-intensive compared to other widely used steelmaking routes like the Blast Furnace (BF) and Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF).

Energy Intensity (GJ/ton of crude steel) in 2023 was 21.12 against the target of 13.5 GJ/T as the natural gas consumption in DR-2 increased in 2023. 5% increase in energy consumption was due to a rise in the production levels. However, the energy intensity witnessed a small reduction in 2023 compared to 2022. Renewable energy used in 2023 is zero.

The energy consumption calculation takes into account both direct and indirect energy. In direct energy consumption, diesel, gasoline, and natural gas consumption are included and in indirect energy, total electricity consumption is included.

In the Sustainability Road Map 2022 – 2026, utilisation of solar energy has been considered and it is under discussion internally with the Qatar Steel management.