A Feasibility Study to Minimize the Carbon Footprint of Cast Iron Production While Maintaining the Technical Requirements

Abstract The industrial sector is responsible for significant amounts of CO 2 emissions. Although research activities have already given their attention to major industries such as steel, small sectors metal casting been overlooked. Therefore, there are evident knowledge gaps regarding the environmental impact foundry industry and possibilities decarbonizing sector. Herein, this study focuses on emissions associated with cast iron production introduces an interdisciplinary framework in order impact, technical performance costs. theoretical experimental analyses illustrate interconnections between environmental, economic aspects production. results emphasize role smelting process renewable energies decreasing carbon footprint. In terms input materials, outcomes demonstrate that increasing steel scrap content achieves considerable reductions An alloy composition a 25% leads minimum footprint 650 kg eq./ton. However, further higher footprints due additional materials required maintain composition. Moreover, strength lower ductility were recorded carbide stabilizing elements. highlights importance adopting holistic approach define optimal material combinations. Hence, presented can be applied by foundries achieving technical, ecological goals Graphical