We’re shaping a more responsible steel industry.
We have the opportunity to do things differently
ResponsibleSteel is a global, not-for-profit organisation created to maximise steel’s contribution to a sustainable world. Working collaboratively with our members, we have developed an independent standards and certification programme for steel via a process that uses the ISEAL Codes of Good Practice as a reference. Together, we are setting the global standard for responsibly produced net-zero steel.
We’re at a pivotal moment in the steel industry
According to ResponsibleSteel's calculations using data from RMI and the International Energy Agency (IEA), the steelmaking process, from the extraction of raw materials to the production of steel, accounts for 10% of global GHG emissions. We face a collective challenge to transform the industry, reducing global emissions while ensuring a just transition for workers and local communities.
We have over 160 members working to deliver on our mission to drive responsible steel production.
According to the IEA's Net Zero Emissions Scenario, we need to reduce steel industry emissions by at least 90% by 2050, compared to 2022.
We have over 80 ResponsibleSteel certified sites globally.
Over 240,000 workers are covered by ResponsibleSteel site certification.
Over 40% of ResponsibleSteel certified sites producing crude steel use EAFs.
This is the future of steel
Our members are at the heart of our work
ResponsibleSteel’s membership consists of representatives from across the steel value chain, including businesses, NGOs, trade associations, and other organisations with an interest in our mission. This means our standards are uniquely shaped by multiple perspectives, and their adoption requires the support of both business and civil society members. We encourage organisations globally to join us to create lasting impact for people and the planet.
Certified sites around the world
Latest news & events
Join us at our upcoming Annual General Meeting
We are pleased to invite ResponsibleSteel members to the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of ResponsibleSteel Ltd on Monday, 19 May 2025. The meeting will be held online via Microsoft Teams.
Time:
- AGM: 12:00 – 12:30 (GMT+1)
- Members Meeting: 12:30 – 13:30 (GMT+1)
Agenda:
- Chair’s Report
- CEO’s Update
- Financial statements and reports
- Announcement of the results of the election of Directors
Registration in advance is required to attend the AGM and Members Meeting, and members must be up-to-date with their membership fees to be able to join and participate in any votes. We encourage all members to register and participate in the call.
The AGM will be followed by a Members Meeting, during which we will explore the latest developments around ResponsibleSteel and what’s in store for the rest of the year. Members will also have the chance to ask questions and provide input on a number of topics.
If you have any questions or would like to register, please contact our membership team.
Earth Day 2025: Advancing sustainability in the steel industry
Earth Day is a moment to reflect on our relationship with the planet, and a call to protect the ecosystems and communities that sustain us. As we face accelerating climate and environmental crises, it’s clear that good intentions are not enough. Real progress requires meaningful, measurable action.
Steel is an essential part of modern life, supporting everything from clean energy systems to the infrastructure around us every day. But the way that steel is produced comes with a heavy environmental and social footprint. It’s one of the most emissions-intensive industries, and its impacts on land, water, and people are significant. At ResponsibleSteel, we believe that the future of steel must be aligned with the future of the planet. We unite businesses, civil society organisations, sustainability experts, and other industry stakeholders around a shared vision: that steel can—and must—be produced in a way that is environmentally and socially responsible. Our work is grounded in a set of shared principles that reflect the full scope of sustainability, including climate action, biodiversity protection, responsible resource use, and respect for human rights.
For example, our Biodiversity Principle aims to ensure that sites actively protect nature by respecting conservation areas, avoiding harm to high-value habitats, and following the mitigation hierarchy to reduce impacts. Sites are expected to assess biodiversity risks and aim for no net loss, and even a net gain, where critical habitats are involved. Our Water Stewardship Principle calls for a clear understanding of how water is used and shared in each location, with strong planning to protect water quality, support local communities, and safeguard stressed resources. By setting clear expectations like these across our Production Standard, we’re helping drive the changes the steel industry needs.
Earth Day is a reminder that environmental and social responsibility are inseparable. Steel may not be the first thing that comes to mind when we think about nature or climate, but it plays a central role in shaping both. The transformation of the industry is already underway, and must continue apace, driven by accountability, urgency, and collaboration. We don’t produce steel, but our work ensures that when it is made, it’s done with consideration for people and the planet. Because a thriving Earth requires responsible progress in every sector, including steel.
Learn more about how we’re supporting change here.
March 2025 Newsletter
This month, we were delighted to see JSW achieve its first ResponsibleSteel certifications for four sites in India, covering 83% of the company’s national steel production—an important milestone for Indian steel. And as steel policy continues to evolve rapidly worldwide, we've provided a summary of key developments from the EU, UK, China, and beyond.
We also celebrated International Women’s Day by highlighting the women driving change across the steel supply chain. In recognition of Global Recycling Day, we reflected on the history of steel recycling and the valuable lessons it offers in the journey toward responsible near-zero steel.
Additionally, we’re pleased to welcome three new members to the ResponsibleSteel community—PRCO America, ABS, and Yeşilyurt Demir Çelik. Welcome aboard!
In this newsletter, you will find updates on:
- New certifications
- New members
- Policy developments
- Upcoming audits and training
- Member survey results
- And more...
Click here to read the full newsletter.
