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voestalpine is an environmental pioneer and environmental protection is an integral part of our corporate philosophy. With our products and processes, we implement measures in the areas of environmental technology, environmental management and recycling worldwide.

Sustainable: voestalpine and hydropower

Sustainable: voestalpine and hydropower

Hydropower is an established method of sustainably generating electricity. As the backbone of green power generation, one sixth of global electricity supplies are generated using hydropower. We are strong supporter of hydropower.
30 Jan, 2024
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greentec steel

We’re digging tunnels for greentec steel

We’re digging tunnels for greentec steel

The microtunnel supplying power to the new electric arc furnace at the Linz site has been completed. This brings us one step closer to our goal—even underground—of transforming steel production as part of greentec steel.
13 Jul, 2026
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greentec steel via pneumatic tube

greentec steel via pneumatic tube

A kilometer-long pneumatic tube system has been supporting us at our Linz site for more than three decades. It connects the production facilities of our greentec steel Edition with the central testing laboratory. This is how we ensure the quality of our most sustainable steel edition.
13 Jul, 2026
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Green, gigantic, greentec steel in Linz

Green, gigantic, greentec steel in Linz

With greentec steel, we are laying the groundwork for a new, low-carbon steel production process at our Linz site and are building and expanding the necessary infrastructure. While operations continue, work is currently underway on more than 20 individual projects simultaneously—a feat of engineering unique in Europe.
27 May, 2026
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