Boston Metal advances its steel decarbonization process with the launch of its industrial Molten Oxide Electrolysis (MOE) cell. The Woburn, Massachusetts-based company has successfully produced clean steel in its multi-inert anode reactor, validating the scalability of its technology.
How does the MOE cell work?
The MOE process developed by Boston Metal uses electricity to convert iron ore into high-quality liquid steel through molten oxide electrolysis. In this process, iron ore is dissolved in a high-temperature oxide bath, where an electric current separates the oxygen from the iron, generating molten steel without the need for fossil fuels .
The use of a multi-inert anode allows for a stable and efficient reaction, eliminating the generation of carbon emissions. This advance positions the company as a leader in the transition to a sustainable steel industry.
Environmental impact and marketing
According to Boston Metal CEO Tadeu Carneiro, the production of tons of steel in the MOE cell demonstrates the commercial viability of this technology. Steelmaking accounts for approximately 10% of global carbon emissions , and implementing processes like MOE could make a significant difference in reducing the industry’s environmental footprint.
Adam Rauwerdink, Senior Vice President of Business Development, emphasized that the industrial cell is the starting point for scaling the MOE process. Boston Metal plans to advance the commercialization of its technology to meet the growing global demand for green steel.
Advances in the decarbonization of steel
From its beginnings in an MIT lab, MOE technology has evolved into a viable solution for emission-free steelmaking . The company is now looking to expand its production capacity and work with strategic partners to accelerate the adoption of this innovation in the industry.
With this achievement, Boston Metal reaffirms its commitment to sustainability and efficiency in metal production, laying the foundation for a new era in global steelmaking.
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