• ABB incorporates ArcelorMittal’s XCarb® to decrease the carbon footprint of its products, reinforcing the company’s sustainability commitments.
• XCarb® steel, produced using 100% renewable energy, is composed of at least 75% recycled material, providing a greener alternative for industrial use.
• Collaborative efforts have resulted in a 29% reduction in the carbon footprint of manufacturing Kabeldon cabinets through the integration of XCarb®.

In a strategic partnership with ArcelorMittal, ABB has begun using XCarb® steel in its Kabeldon power distribution systems. This steel, characterized by its high recycled content and reliance on renewable energy sources, significantly decreases the carbon emissions associated with ABB’s key electrification equipment by nearly 29%.

ABB Smart Power President, Massimiliano Cifalitti, stated, “We at ABB are deeply committed to advancing circular business models, extending the lifespan of materials and products, and working with supply chain partners to offer more sustainable alternatives. Our customers have long relied on Kabeldon systems for decades of safe and reliable electricity. Now, with the inclusion of XCarb® steel, we can help reduce the environmental footprint of their energy infrastructure even further.”

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Thanks to the use of XCarb® steel, the carbon footprint of Kabeldon production has been reduced by 60kg CO₂e—a 29% decrease. This low-carbon steel is an integral component of ABB’s sustainability strategy, with a focus on expanding its role within ABB Smart Power’s product portfolio over the next two years. Additionally, ABB has set a goal to ensure that 80% of its products and solutions align with its Circularity Approach by 2030.

Laurent Plasman, CMO of ArcelorMittal Europe – Flat Products, commented: “We share ABB’s drive for innovation that promotes a reduction in CO₂ emissions throughout a product’s entire lifecycle. Our mills and technical teams worked closely with ABB’s experts to demonstrate that our low-carbon steel solutions uphold ABB’s commitment to performance and reliability. We’re thrilled to see leaders in the industry speeding up the adoption of steel with a reduced CO₂e footprint.”

Kabeldon, designed for outdoor applications, offers reliable, weather-resistant power distribution, making it a favorite in the utilities sector. It’s now widely implemented in electric vehicle charging systems and renewable energy installations. Already certified with a Type III Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), verified by an independent body, the Kabeldon cabinet with XCarb® will soon receive its own EPD, providing transparency on its environmental impacts across its lifecycle. ABB is committed to ensuring its EPDs are verified by third-party operators.

Low-carbon steel is vital for the shift towards more sustainable sourcing of raw materials—one of the key performance indicators in ABB’s Circularity Approach. The successful integration of XCarb® steel directly supports ABB’s pledge to have 80% of its products and systems meet circularity requirements by 2030.

At Enlit 2024 in Milan, Italy, ABB Electrification will unveil its Kabeldon cabinet featuring XCarb® steel, which is both recycled and produced using renewable energy.

ABB (ABBN: SIX Swiss Ex) is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, driving a more resource-efficient and sustainable future. With expertise spanning over 140 years, ABB’s solutions optimize the manufacturing, movement, powering, and operation of products. Today, over 105,000 employees at ABB are dedicated to advancing innovations that accelerate industrial transformation worldwide.

ABB Electrification is at the forefront of enabling efficient, safe, and reliable electricity use from source to socket. With a team of over 50,000 across 100 nations, ABB collaborates with its partners to address the world’s most pressing challenges in electrical distribution and energy management, ensuring smart, sustainable, and reliable solutions in an ever-evolving energy landscape.

ArcelorMittal, one of the largest steel and mining companies globally, operates in 60 countries with key production facilities across 15 nations. As Europe’s largest steel producer and a growing presence in the Americas and Asia, ArcelorMittal serves industries from automotive to construction. In 2023, the company reported revenues of $68.3 billion, producing 58.1 million metric tonnes of crude steel and 42.0 million tonnes of iron ore. The company’s mission is to produce advanced, low-energy, low-carbon steels that are not only stronger but also reusable. These innovations will drive the renewable energy infrastructure needed for future societal transformations. ArcelorMittal is publicly listed on several global stock exchanges, including New York (MT), Amsterdam (MT), Paris (MT), Luxembourg (MT), and the Spanish markets of Barcelona, Bilbao, Madrid, and Valencia (MTS).

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