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EU Pushes for 'Green Steel' Amid Global Competition

2/17/2026

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  • The European Union will prioritize 'green steel' amid competition from the United States and China.
  • The Industrial Accelerator Act would require 25% of steel in public procurement to be low-carbon.
  • The EU aims to require a minimum share of products to be 'made in Europe,' affecting batteries and solar energy.
  • The draft proposal has faced delays.
  • The draft proposal has backing from France and many businesses.