Environmental Commitments

Environmental Commitments

Our Commitment to Maintaining, Respecting & Protecting the Environment

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As a mainstay of the North American steel industry for more than 120 years, we recognize the fundamental role our industry plays in contributing to both environmental and social factors, with particular focus on climate change.

Algoma Steel is committed to conducting our operations in an environmentally responsible and innovative manner while ensuring continuous improvement in all that we do.

We recognize the spirit and intent of all applicable government standards and regulations, and we pledge to act responsibly, even in the absence of regulation. All of our facilities are registered to the worldwide ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Standard.

Outreach & Reporting

Reports

Learn more about the results of our ongoing environmental monitoring.

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Community Liaison Committee

Algoma has established a Community Liaison Committee (CLC) as a forum for exchanging relevant environmental information with the public.

Minutes & Presentations
Terms of Reference

Emergency Preparedness

Like other industrial facilities, Algoma Steel produces, uses, and transports chemicals that can be hazardous if released to the environment in the event of an emergency situation. For each of the regulated substances on-site, Algoma maintains Environmental Emergency Plans that would be implemented in the event of an emergency.

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Areas of Commitment

GHG Emissions

Our transition to EAF steelmaking is expected to reduce our CO2 emissions by up to 70% annually, equivalent to removing nearly 1 million cars off of the road.

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Air Emissions

We recognize the importance of effective air emissions management and are deploying continuous actions to improve the air quality surrounding our operations.

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Energy

We participate in the Independent Electricity System Operator’s (IESO) energy efficiency rebate program and are in the process of upgrading our facilities to reduce energy consumption.

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Waste

Easily recovered with magnets, steel is 100% recyclable and has an infinite lifecycle. It can be recycled time and time again without loss of quality.

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Water

Our water treatment program ensures the water we release back into the environment meets or exceeds all government requirements.

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Biodiversity

We maintain a strong relationship with our community and are committed to continuing to minimize our impact on the environment surrounding our operations.

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Our Health, Safety, and Environment Policy

Read our full Health, Safety, and Environment Policy to learn more about how we safeguard the health and safety of both our neighbours and the environment.

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Sustainability

Read Algoma’s 2024 ESG Report

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Projected Carbon Emissions Reductions considerations

The projected carbon emissions reductions presented on this website are based on calculations derived from legacy data. These projections utilize international standards and benchmarks for electric arc steelmaking (EAF) and related processes. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, these calculations may not fully reflect the latest technological advancements, operational changes, or real-time emissions data. Actual reductions in carbon emissions may vary based on site-specific factors, new innovations, and evolving industry practices. This information should not be interpreted as a definitive guarantee of future environmental performance or sustainability outcomes.