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Podcast: Australia's big bet on green steel

BY THE GREENER WAY | TUESDAY, 4 AUG 2026 12:26PM

As global demand shifts towards low-carbon industries and clean supply chains, does Australia have a realistic opportunity to move beyond exporting raw materials and become a leader in green steel manufacturing?

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