Sustainable Technologies for Steel Manufacturing Grant
Funds university research on innovative, sustainable steel manufacturing technologies focused on decarbonization, CO2 reduction, and industry collaboration.
Funder: Association for Iron and Steel Technology Foundation
Due Dates: June 30, 2026 (Full application deadline for 2026–2027 academic year)
Funding Amounts: Up to US$30,000 per award for a one-year project; one award typically given annually
Summary: Supports university-led research on sustainable steel manufacturing technologies, emphasizing decarbonization, CO2 reduction, and industry collaboration.
Description
This grant supports research teams from engineering, scientific, and mathematical departments at North American universities in developing innovative solutions for sustainable technologies in steel manufacturing. The focus is on projects that address decarbonization, CO2 reduction, and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), with the aim of fostering direct collaboration between academia and the steel industry. The program is designed to advance sustainable manufacturing, promote student engagement with the steel sector, and encourage recruitment into steel industry careers. Industry mentorship and meaningful student participation are core components.
