Energy Reduction Fundamentals in the Steel Industry

6–8 October 2026 • Cleveland, Ohio, USA

About the Program

Steelmaking is energy-intensive, with energy costs ranking second only to raw materials. This seminar equips attendees with practical strategies to reduce energy consumption and improve efficiency, driving cost savings and competitiveness. Participants will gain insights into traditional and renewable fuels, roles they can play in balanced energy portfolios, and identify opportunities for energy reduction within operations. The program also covers advanced energy strategies and system optimization techniques, enabling attendees to make informed, long-term decisions that enhance sustainability and profitability.

Who Should Attend

Energy managers, engineers, facility managers, utilities supervisors, and mechanical and electrical maintenance teams. It also provides an excellent introduction for anyone interested in understanding the energy aspects of steelmaking, and participants will gain a solid foundation for identifying efficiency opportunities and implementing energy-saving projects across their operations.

Bring Your Own Young Professional (BYOYP) Program

AIST recently launched the Bring Your Own Young Professional (BYOYP) program to encourage our members to help boost the next generation’s involvement in AIST and the steel industry. If you are an AIST member and are bringing a Young Professional (age 30 and under) to the conference, you can receive a free gift. All you have to do is enter their contact information on the registration form when you sign up for the conference. Find out more information about the program here.

Organized By

The seminar is a joint effort between the AIST Energy & Utilities Technology Committee and the AIST Electrical Applications Technology Committee.

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12–14 March 2024 • Nashville, TN, USA