Helix Carbon plans to recycle blast furnace pollution into fuel
Helix Carbon states it can reduce steel industry emissions by recycling carbon dioxide from blast furnaces back into the production process.
The core recycling method
The company uses an electrolyzer to break down waste carbon dioxide. This device converts the gas into carbon monoxide for reuse. The recycled gas then returns to the blast furnace to help turn iron ore into metallic iron.
Benefits for producers
Helix Carbon claims this approach will slash carbon emissions while boosting profit margins. David Brown, the co-founder and CEO, told TechCrunch that decarbonization without fixing blast furnaces will fail. The process avoids replacing existing giant furnaces used to make steel.
Industry pollution context
The iron and steel industries rank among the biggest polluters globally. Many startups have tried new ways to make metals instead of cleaning current methods. Helix argues that dealing with the blast furnace is essential for success.
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