Tata Steel UK CEO Rajesh Nair has set out his vision for a sustainable future in the company's latest Sustainability Report.

He said: "The past two years, from 2023-2025, have been among the most important in the recent history of steelmaking in the UK, as we announced changes  that will fundamentally change the financial, operational, commercial and environmental sustainability of our entire UK business.

"We are embedding environmental stewardship in our plans — from reducing carbon emissions across all of our operations, to embracing the circular economy for steel, and protecting biodiversity on and around our sites."

"Not only have we secured funding from the UK Government, enabling our transition to low-CO2 steelmaking through a £1.25 billion investment programme that includes one of the world’s largest electric arc furnaces, but we have also moved forward at incredible pace with our plans.

"We have secured planning permission, signed contracts with technology providers and delivery partners, and begun establishing agreements for the supply of low emission steel with companies including JCB, one of the world’s leading equipment manufacturers."

"Our transformation has required difficult choices, including the safe closure of our traditional iron and steelmaking assets at Port Talbot, reductions in our workforce, and a temporary move to an import and re-roller model. Throughout, we have sought to deliver a just transition, balancing the needs of our 
people, customers and communities. We know this transition is not just technological but also human. That is why we are investing in skills, training, and talent development, ensuring our workforce is equipped for the opportunities of a modern, green steel industry.

"We also recognise the importance of aligning with government and policymakers to help shape a supportive framework that secures the long-term competitiveness of UK steel, while advancing national net zero goals. At the same time, we are embedding environmental stewardship in our plans — from reducing carbon emissions across all of our operations, to embracing the circular economy for steel, and protecting biodiversity on and around our sites.

"Steel remains one of the essential building blocks of a modern society. It underpins renewable energy, electric vehicles, sustainable buildings and recyclable packaging. 

"Our commitment is clear: to work collaboratively across supply chains, communities and governments to build a low-carbon, high-skill steel industry that creates value and sustains quality employment for generations."

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