This report, “Powering United States Primary Steel Decarbonization,” released by the Corporate Energy Buyers Association (CEBA), quantifies the massive electricity surge required to transition the U.S. steel industry to near-zero emissions. The analysis reveals that decarbonizing primary steel production will demand approximately 174 TWh of electricity annually by 2050—a tenfold increase over business-as-usual levels.
The report evaluates advanced technologies like green hydrogen, carbon capture, and direct-ore electrolysis. It provides a critical roadmap for policymakers and utilities to scale renewable generation and interregional transmission.