Luleå is rapidly emerging as a pivotal hub for green steel innovation in Sweden, powered by strategic investments through the EU’s Inforegio programme. This initiative underpins groundbreaking research and deployment of sustainable steel production technologies, significantly reducing carbon emissions in the steelmaking process. With the support of public and private stakeholders, the city is implementing cutting-edge hydrogen-based smelting techniques and circular economy practices, positioning Sweden at the forefront of the European green transition.

The European Commission emphasizes that sustained collaboration and increased funding are essential to maintain momentum and…