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Germany-based InfraLeuna GmbH and 50Hertz Transmission GmbH have signed a contract to build and operate a Power-to-Heat (PtH) plant at the Leuna chemical site. The project, costing 13.6 million euros, will convert excess renewable electricity from wind and solar into process steam, reducing CO2 emissions and enhancing energy resilience. The plant features a 35 MW electrode boiler, producing 45 tons of steam per hour at 47 bar pressure, a first in Europe. The initiative supports the energy transition by utilizing surplus electricity and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

The UK Government has launched the Plan for Steel Consultation, committing up to £2.5 billion to support the steel industry. This funding aims to address high electricity costs, unfair trading practices, and scrap metal recycling needs. The initiative includes investing in electric arc furnaces and enhancing UK capabilities, ultimately driving growth and protecting jobs in regions like Scunthorpe, Rotherham, and Port Talbot.