Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of News Item titled "2 killed in blast at illegal cracker unit in Thanjavur appearing in The Hindu dated 19.05.2025". The application is registered suo-motu on the basis of the news item titled 2 killed in blast at illegal cracker unit …
This discussion paper builds on CPI’s earlier work, with a focus on the technologies, challenges, and current state of financing for the decarbonization of India’s iron and steel sectors, since this is the country’s largest GHG-emitting high-growth industrial sector and one of the most challenging to decarbonize. The paper also …
This policy brief reviews experiences internationally and in India related to steel standards for the net zero transition, building from the IEA’s previous work in this area on definitions and emissions measurement methodologies. Areas of emerging common ground and principles for net zero-compatible standards are highlighted. The brief concludes with …
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) in the matter of Akash Kalo Vs M/s JSW Bhushan Power and Steel Limited & Others dated 12/03/2024. The allegation of the applicant is that M/s JSW Bhushan Power and Steel Limited, is causing illegal deposition of raw iron dust …
The Government of India has come out with guidelines for undertaking pilot projects for using green hydrogen in the steel sector. The guidelines, named “Scheme Guidelines for implementation of Pilot projects for use of Green Hydrogen in the Steel Sector under the National Green Hydrogen Mission”, have been issued by …
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) in the matter of Dasarathi Sethi & Others Vs State of Odisha & Others dated 19/01/2024. The matter related to Kamanda Steel Plant, Sambalpur operating its steel plant in violation of environmental norms. And the plant does not possess pollution …
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) in the matter of Sushovan Saw Vs MoEF& Others dated 05/01/2024. The Original Application has been filed by the applicant, seeking direction to protect and preserve the forest land in Mouza Madumpur, J.L. No. 51, Plot No.473, Durgapur, West Bengal, …
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) in the matter of Sudhansu Sekhar Patra & Others Vs State of Odisha dated 22/11/2023. The matter related to pollution by industrial establishments in Sundargarh mainly iron and steel industries. NGT directed notice to be issued to 11 industrial establishments …
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) in the matter of Awadhesh Kumar Pandey Vs State of Jharkhand & Others dated 03/10/2023. The matter related to pollution caused by M/s. D. D. Steel & Power Limited. It was alleged that highly polluting industrial effluents were being discharged …
A clear definition of green steel is crucial for steelmakers to start investing in the right technologies, this new joint report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and JMK Research & Analytics finds. The report also provides various policy recommendations for the government to lay a …
The Breakthrough Agenda Report 2023 is an annual collaboration between the International Energy Agency (IEA), the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the United Nations Climate Change High-Level Champions, focused on supporting stronger international collaboration to drive faster reductions in global greenhouse gas emissions. This year’s report shows that current …
The ‘Low-carbon Technology packages in Mini Steel Plants: A Compendium’ demonstrates solutions for sponge iron units, electric induction furnace, electric arc furnace, and steel re-rolling mills, including composite mills. It covers low-carbon technology measures, cost-benefits, and other salient features, and aims to highlight various low-carbon technology packages available for the …
Achieving a circular steel sector requires improved material and process efficiency; increased steel recycling; and the adoption of renewable energy sources for steel production. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and opportunities associated with improving circularity in the sector.
Industrial emission accounts for about one-third of all global anthropogenic CO2 emissions and are expected to grow rapidly, with major contribution from developing economies. In India, the industrial sector is the largest and fastest-growing energy end-use sector and is expected to be the single largest source of CO2 emissions by …
The importance of steel in supporting India’s growth will increase with economic development, infrastructure build-out, and urbanization in India. The emissions from the sectors are estimated to grow by 200 percent by 2050. This requires decarbonizing the steel industry to ensure India meets its economic ambitions and climate mitigation goals. …
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) in the matter of Siba Kisan & Others Vs M/S J.S.W. (BPSL) Power and Steel Ltd. & Others dated 13/03/2023. The allegation is that JSW (BPSL) Power and Steel were engaged in the manufacture of iron, sponge iron, steel by …
This report outlines a decarbonisation pathway that shows it is possible for five of Australia's most significant heavy industry supply chains to transition to net zero, consistent with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5ºC. Produced in collaboration with companies representing around a fifth of Australia’s industrial emissions and a …
With India being the world’s second-largest producer and consumer of steel, any meaningful global shift towards low carbon steelmaking must be based on an understanding of India’s unique context and circumstances. The India Net Zero Steel Demand Outlook Report is an important step in building this understanding as it evaluates …
Order of the National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) in the matter of Santunu Kumar Bhukta & Others Vs GM Iron & Steel Company Ltd. & Others dated 09/01/2023. The matter related to violation of environmental norms by M/s GM Iron and Steel Company Limited, a sponge iron unit …
This report presents a comprehensive assessment of progress status of the global iron and steel industry toward long-term decarbonisation. The report is comprised of three components: Synthesis of the findings of recent literature on key areas where progress needs to be closely monitored to ensure long term decarbonisation of the …
Joint Committee report in compliance to the National Green Tribunal (NGT) order (Original Application No. 166/2022 Santosh Kumar Vs State of Uttar Pradesh & Others). The grievance is against Mahamaya Alloy Pvt. Ltd. who is manufacturing iron and steel and is situated in the middle of residential area of village …
