Safety and health
The steel industry is committed to the goal of achieving an injury-free and healthy workplace for all employees and contractors.
Climate action
Our industry fully supports the aims of the Paris Agreement. We are committed to a low-carbon future.
Wider sustainability
The steel industry is committed to transparent data disclosure and continual improvement in environmental performance issues, including water use, air quality, and maximising resource use.
Our people
The success of the steel industry is intrinsically linked to its diverse people. Education and training for a net-zero future is a priority.
Steel is everywhere
Steel is the most commonly used metal in the world. It is everywhere in our lives.
What's new
April 2026 crude steel production
World crude steel production for the 69 countries reporting to worldsteel was 153.4 million tonnes (Mt) in April 2026, a 1.9% decrease compared to April 2025.
Global stainless steel innovators honoured at the 2026 Stainless Steel Industry Awards
The world stainless association celebrated the industry’s most forward-thinking achievements last night as leaders from across the globe gathered for the 2026 Stainless Steel Industry Awards.
worldsteel releases 2026 LCI database
worldsteel is today releasing its global 2026 Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) database, based on 2024 data. The data captures the full “cradle‑to‑gate” picture of steel production.
Measuring steel’s footprint - new LCI data is here
How new worldsteel LCI data is improving measurement of steel’s environmental footprint — insights from our Head of Sustainability.
China Monthly - April 2026
The highlight of this issue is that a new guideline was issued by the government on energy conservation and decarbonisation, reaffirming the determination of Chinese policymakers to achieve the country’s decarbonisation ambitions. This is a member-only report.
Open Forum 2026: 2-3 June 2026
Our next Open Forum will be held in Brussels on 2–3 June. Register now to take part in the climate conversation. More details via this link.
Blog: worldsteel Day for Safety and Health - Advancing through data transparency and learning
The steel industry reflects on progress and reinforces its commitment to safety and health using proactive approaches. Read more.
Safety and health in the steel industry: Data report 2026
This report is based on data provided by our members and offers crucial insights into our industry’s ongoing commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our workforce.
March 2026 crude steel production
World crude steel production for the 69 countries reporting to worldsteel was 159.9 million tonnes (Mt) in March 2026, a 4.2% decrease compared to March 2025.
Publications
Safety and health in the steel industry: Data report 2026
Crucial insights into our industry’s ongoing commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our workforce.
Sustainability Indicators Report 2025
Nineteen Sustainability iIdicators for the steel industry and a historical overview.
Climate change and the production of iron and steel policy paper
Pathways and call to action to reduce CO2 emissions from the steel industry.
Safety and health principles
Six safety and health principles for the steel industry. An evolving set of guidelines.
World Steel in Figures 2025
A comprehensive overview of the global steel industry in figures.
worldsteel membership benefits
The advantages of joining a vibrant steel community.
#steelFacts
A collection of amazing facts about steel that demonstrate steel's value for society.
The Steel Story
An informative and entertaining look at steel’s enormous impact on the history of mankind.
Steel - the permanent material in the circular economy
Given the inherent properties of steel, steel has a major role to play in the circular economy.
Safety and health policy paper
Six principles for a safe and healthy work environment and other important topics.
Water management policy paper
How to manage water sustainably across the steel industry.
Co-product policy paper
An overview of the importance of steel industry co-products and why their use should be encouraged.
Air quality policy paper
Air quality control is a major priority for the steel industry.
Life cycle assessment in the steel industry
A life cycle approach is the only way to establish the true environmental performance of any given product.
Videos
worldsteel's Breakthrough Technology Conference
worldsteel's Sustainability Charter
worldsteel's Sustainability Champions
worldsteel's Open Forum