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    June 28, 2022

    SDI Announces Partnership with Aymium to Reduce Emissions

    Written by Brett Linton

    Steel Dynamics Inc. (SDI) announced today the creation of a joint venture with Aymium, a producer of renewable biocarbon products. Operating under the name SDI Biocarbon Solutions, LLC, SDI will hold a 55% stake and Aymium owns the remaining 45%.

    The company plans to create a biocarbon production facility to supply SDI’s electric arc furnace mills with a renewable alternative to fossil-fuel carbon. With an estimated capital investment of $125-150 million, the initial capability is expected to be more than 160,000 metric tons per year. The facility is expected to start operating in late-2023.

    Brett Linton

    Brett Linton is a digital operations analyst for Steel Market Update, where he began his career. Linton has been in the steel industry since 2010. He has held roles as a category manager and strategic insights director at Reibus before returning to SMU in 2024. He is a graduate of The University of North Georgia with a degree in Finance and Accounting. Brett can be reached at brett@steelmarketupdate.com or 724-314-0179.

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