About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2027 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Fundamentals of Sustainable Metallurgy and Materials Science
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| Presentation Title |
Self-Reducing Pellet Technology for Low-Carbon Ironmaking in Developing Economies: Opportunities, Constraints, and Adoption Pathways |
| Author(s) |
Edson Kugara Chiwandika, Shebar Matron Masuka, Mary Chikuruwo, Aaron Mukuya, Quinton Chamunorwa Kanhukamwe |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Edson Kugara Chiwandika |
| Abstract Scope |
Iron and steel industries in developing economies remain heavily dependent on carbon-intensive blast furnace technologies, despite growing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency. Self-reducing pellet (SRP) technology presents a promising low-carbon ironmaking approach by integrating carbonaceous reducing agents within iron-bearing pellets, enabling in-situ reduction at lower temperatures and reducing reliance on coke. This research evaluates the opportunities, constraints, and adoption pathways of SRP technology in developing economies, with emphasis on resource availability, industrial feasibility, and environmental performance. Particular attention is given to the use of locally available iron ores, agricultural biomass residues, and iron-rich waste streams to support cost-effective and circular ironmaking systems. SRPs offer potential benefits: reduced energy consumption, lower CO₂ emissions, and feedstock flexibility. Challenges include pellet durability, process optimization, infrastructure compatibility and limited investment hindering implementation. The research highlights priorities and policy interventions for scalable adoption of SRP technology in developing-country ironmaking industries. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Iron and Steel, Environmental Effects, Pyrometallurgy |