LCS-FY2018-PP-18
Toward Future Low-Carbon Society using Scrap Iron Recycling (Vol. 2)
Summary
The LCS has begun studying the possibility of "using recycled iron" as a low carbonization measure in the steel industry since 2017 and has published a policy proposal (FY2017-PP-20). Here, in this proposal, we summarized the progress of the research and analysis.
First, a macro-perspective calculation was shown on the circulation of iron in Japan’s future society. We compiled the data on the scrap supply and demand, the flow of usage, and the world scrap market affecting export volume, which is important information for considering future scrap supply and usage. We also examined the relation between the development level and the accumulated volume of steel and the net domestic demand in Japan, the major developed countries, and developing countries. The points for future scenario development were clarified.