Project CAESAR

Project CAESAR: Revolutionizing Steel Scrap Recycling for a Sustainable Tomorrow

As the global demand for steel continues to rise, it is imperative for the European steel industry to adopt innovative approaches to remain competitive while reducing its environmental footprint. Project CAESAR (CirculArity Enhancements by Low quality Scrap Analysis and Refinement) stands at the forefront of this endeavor, aiming to revolutionize steel scrap recycling for a sustainable future.

CAESAR leverages cutting-edge technologies and collaborative partnerships to address the evolving challenges facing the steel sector. By focusing on the efficient utilization of scrap materials, the project seeks to optimize resource efficiency, minimize waste, and mitigate environmental impact.

One of the key objectives of CAESAR is to enhance the quality and quantity of recycled scrap available for steelmaking processes. Through advanced sorting, upgrading, and characterization techniques, the project aims to unlock the full potential of low-quality scrap streams, thus ensuring a steady supply of high-quality recycled materials for steel production.

Moreover, CAESAR places a strong emphasis on circularity and sustainability throughout the steel value chain. By developing innovative solutions to "clean" scrap and valorize non-ferrous fractions, the project aims to create a closed-loop system that maximizes the reuse of materials and minimizes waste generation.

At its core, CAESAR embodies the collaborative spirit of the European research community, bringing together diverse stakeholders from across the steel industry, academia, and technology sectors. Together, these partners are driving forward the transition towards a circular economy, where resources are utilized efficiently, and environmental impact is minimized.

With its ambitious goals and multidisciplinary approach, Project CAESAR is poised to make significant contributions towards shaping a more sustainable and resilient steel industry for generations to come.

Project Partners:

CENTRE DE RECHERCHES METALLURGIQUES ASBL (Belgium)

ARCELORMITTAL BASQUE COUNTRY RESEARCH CENTRE AIE (Spain)

ARCELORMITTAL MAIZIERES RESEARCH SA (France)

ROLANFER RECYCLAGE (France)

REYDESA RECYCLING SL (Spain)

FUNDACION INNOVACION AMBIENTAL Y TECNOLOGICA (Spain)

TOMRA GMBH (Germany)

ARCELORMITTAL BELGIUM (Belgium)

FUNDACION AZTERLAN (Spain)

KATHOLIEKE UNIVERSITEIT LEUVEN (Belgium)

ARCELORMITTAL SESTAO SL (Spain)

ARCELORMITTAL FRANCE (France)

ARCELORMITTAL ESCH (Luxembourg)