ResponsibleSteel is aimed at improving climate change and greenhouse gas emissions; water stewardship and biodiversity; human rights and labor rights; community relations and business integrity. This certification is the first of its kind in the steel industry.

“We are pleased to join ResponsibleSteel and to have the opportunity to partner with our global steel customers and other key stakeholders to support the implementation of sustainability standards for steel production,” said Harsco Sustainability and Environmental Solutions vice president Cope Willis. “This collaboration is another step in Harsco’s continuing efforts to lead the steel industry into a more sustainable future.”

You can read the full press release here.