Parmaco, who is specialized in creating versatile spaces for schools, daycares, offices, residential complexes, and government facilities is about to create the World’s first fossil-free steel concept building by 2025.
SSAB, a leading steel manufacturer based in the Nordic region and the US, has joined forces with Parmaco, a top designer and developer of modular buildings, to construct the concept building made entirely of fossil-free steel, scheduled for completion in 2025, setting a new standard for sustainable construction.
The building will use pilot deliveries of SSAB’s fossil-free steel, produced using the Hybrit technology, for all its structural components, marking a milestone in construction, as it will be the first time a building’s steel elements are entirely made from fossil-free steel, marking a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions in the industry.
According to reports, their partnership aims to showcase the potential of fossil-free steel in creating sustainable and eco-friendly building solutions. “Our collaboration with Parmaco represents an exciting opportunity to showcase the potential of fossil-free steel in the construction industry,” said Olavi Huhtala, the EVP and Head of SSAB Europe.
He also mentioned that with HYBRIT Technology, The key issues of traditional steelmaking are eliminated as the carbon emissions from the production process will no longer be a concern. He hopes that the partnership will further help in reducing the climate impact of the construction industry.
Jukka Joutsenkoski, CEO of Parmaco, expressed his excitement for the project, saying, “We are thrilled to partner with SSAB on this pioneering project. At Parmaco, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of sustainable construction. We have the technology ready, and soon, we will have the right material. The use of SSAB’s fossil-free steel in our Fixcel technology is a natural progression in our mission to create environmentally responsible buildings that do not compromise on quality or durability.”
The by-product is water instead of CO2 emissions. The fossil-free steel is a proof of concept from SSAB available for pilot deliveries to selected partners, the companies said in their official statement.