The Salzgitter Group, a German steel company, and VNG, a natural gas firm based in Leipzig, have recently announced a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly explore the potential of utilizing hydrogen for sustainable steel production. The focus of the collaboration is to evaluate various methods of delivering hydrogen and analyze the resulting carbon footprint in Salzgitter Flachstahl GmbH’s steel plant. The investigation will include assessing electrolyzer options to produce hydrogen and considering non-pipeline hydrogen derivatives like ammonia and methanol as alternative energy sources during the transition phase. By leveraging these innovative technologies, the companies aim to reduce the carbon emissions associated with steel production, contributing to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly industrial sector. The partnership signifies a step towards developing cleaner and greener practices in the steel industry, aligning with the global efforts to combat climate change and promote energy transition.