Volvo Delivers First Machine Made Using Fossil-Free Steel

At ConExpo 2023 in Las Vegas, Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) handed over the keys to the first construction machine made from fossil-free steel for a North American customer — and it’s the second delivery in the world.

The machine, an A30G articulated hauler, has been purchased by Pennsy Supply Inc., a CRH company and long-standing Volvo CE customer, for use at its East Petersburg Quarry in Pa.

The hauler was handed over by President of Volvo CE Melker Jernberg to Scott Parson, president Americas Materials at CRH — a long-standing customer of Volvo CE.

“At Volvo CE, we believe partnership is the new leadership. The handover today to Pennsy Supply demonstrates what can be achieved when we work together with like-minded and forwardthinking partners who share our vision and commitment to sustainability and want to lead our industry to change,” Jernberg said.

Swedish steel manufacturer SSAB produced the fossil-free steel using a completely new technology with fossil-free electricity and hydrogen. The result is a significantly lower climate impact in SSAB’s production process — an at least 90 percent reduction in CO2 emissions — and an important step toward a net-zero emis- sions value chain, the company said.

“No business can solve the complex challenges such as climate change alone,” Parson said. “We need to actively partner with key players throughout our value chain to innovate and create new business solutions. Volvo and SSAB have converted emerging

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About AWC Scholarships technology in the steel industry into a working model of what the future will look like. We are delighted to be the first recipient of this technology in the U.S.”

Big actors in the construction industry have a key role to play in leading the industry’s efforts to lower its carbon footprint. Pennsy Supply Inc. is part of the CRH group of companies, which is a leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world — with more than 3,000 locations in 29 countries.

Like Volvo CE, the CRH group has Science-Based Target commitments. It aims to be a net-zero business by 2050 and is targeting a 30 percent reduction in absolute group-wide emissions by 2030. Pennsy Supply Inc. will use the fossil-free A30G at its East Petersburg Quarry in Pennsylvania.

Eight Percent of global CO2 emissions come from steel production.

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Volvo CE machines. However, for every ton of steel produced, around 1.9 tons of CO2 is emitted. To achieve its Science-Based Targets and reach net-zero by 2040, Volvo CE recognizes the importance of reducing its carbon footprint across its entire value chain, alongside the electrification of its machines.

Volvo Group’s Journey Toward Fossil-Free Steel

In October 2021, Volvo Group unveiled the world’s first vehicle made from fossil-free steel. Then in May 2022, Volvo Trucks started to introduce fossil-free steel into parts of its range. In June 2022, Volvo CE became the first manufacturer in the world to deliver a construction machine made with fossil-free steel to a customer. The company will continue to introduce production using fossilfree steel into its machines and components, dependent on aspects such as steel availability. For more information, visit www.volvoce.com.  pavement industry. Throughout this meeting, NAPA leadership gathers input, makes decisions, and reaffirms the strategic direction of our industry, members, and stakeholders.

ABOUT NAPA: NAPA’s Mission: To advance the asphalt pavement industry through leadership, stewardship, and member engagement. NAPA’s Vision: Sustainable transportation infrastructure that paves the way for thriving communities and commerce. NAPA & Industry Fast Facts: NAPA exclusively represents the interests of the asphalt producer/contractor on the national level with Congress, government agencies, and other national trade and business organizations. NAPA supports an active research program designed to improve the quality of asphalt pavements and paving techniques used in the construction of roads, parking lots, airports, and recreational facilities. The association provides technical, educational, and marketing materials to its members; and offers educational opportunities. Founded in 1955, the association counts more than 1,100 companies as members. Why Join NAPA? NAPA membership gives you and every employee in your organization access to best practices, emerging research, and innovative business solutions…AND MORE! For more information on this event, contact:

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