Building a stronger steel transition. Global cooperation and procurement in construction..

24 November 2023

Written by Eileen Torres

Image via: Danist Soh / Unsplash

Image via: Danist Soh / Unsplash

The LeadIT Secretariat has contributed to this commentary that argues that the construction sector can play a key role in unlocking a stronger steel transition through stronger demand for green steel. As a major steel buyer, the construction sector is uniquely positioned to advance the decarbonization of global steel by increasing the demand for green steel. To unlock this potential, deepened international collaborations on green public procurement, climate policies, and trade are needed.

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