Stegra Secures Thyssenkrupp Deal for Non-Prime Steel Amid Green Steel Mill Challenges in Sweden
Stegra, working on the world's first large green-steel mill in northern Sweden, is facing project cost increases and construction delays while seeking over $1 billion in additional financing. A subsidiary of Thyssenkrupp will purchase non-prime steel from Stegra's plant, which is expected to begin operations next year, producing 2.5 million metric tons of steel annually, with plans to double production.
The facility will utilize green hydrogen and clean electricity, aiming for a 95% reduction in carbon emissions compared to traditional methods. The agreement is crucial for cash flow during the plant's startup phase.
Stegra has existing contracts for prime steel with major companies, including Mercedes-Benz and Microsoft. However, Thyssenkrupp will not count the emissions reductions toward its climate targets, as Stegra will sell environmental attribute certificates separately.
