# Algoma Steel builds electric arc furnace in Sault Ste. Marie

Algoma Steel is constructing two electric arc furnaces at its Sault Ste. Marie plant, a $703 million project to replace blast furnace operations and reduce carbon emissions by 70%. Commissioning is expected in mid-2024 with full EAF mode by 2026.

- Type: Expansion
- Announced: 2023-06-20
- Where: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
- Value: $703.0M
- Starts operating: Q3 2024
- Status: under construction
- Products: steel plate and sheet
- Sectors: [Steel and Metal Products](https://endata.com/sectors/steel-metal-products.md)

## Companies

- [Algoma Steel Inc.](https://endata.com/companies/15428.md)

## Sources

- [northernontariobusiness.com](https://www.northernontariobusiness.com/industry-news/manufacturing/algoma-steels-electric-arc-furnace-project-taking-shape-7168748), 2023-06-20: "CEO said $703-million project on schedule for 2026 production"

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