Scientists at ETH Zurich have developed a solar heat-trapping technology that can reach temperatures above 1,000°C, aimed at decarbonizing steel and cement production—industries responsible for around 15% of global CO2 emissions. This breakthrough offers a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels for high-temperature industrial processes, potentially reducing emissions and improving air quality. The technology's potential to significantly cut industrial emissions could aid global climate efforts.
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New Solar Heat Technology to Decarbonize Steel and Cement Production
By replacing fossil fuel-based heating with solar thermal energy to decarbonize steel and cement production, this technology could potentially reduce global CO2 emissions by several percentage points.
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