GREEN IRON

  GROK Western Australia’s (WA) iron ore industry: competition from high-grade iron ore projects like Simandou in Guinea, which could disrupt WA’s dominance in global supply. A transition to "green iron" (low-carbon iron production), to safeguard jobs, industry, and environmental sustainability? Analysis: Threat from Simandou : Simandou is one of the world’s largest untapped high-grade iron ore deposits, with potential to produce over 100 million tonnes annually. Its high-grade ore (65%+ Fe content) is superior to much of WA’s Pilbara output (typically 56-62% Fe), which could attract steelmakers seeking efficiency and lower emissions. African supply could pressure WA’s market share, especially in China, which consumes ~70% of global seaborne iron ore. Lower prices or reduced demand for WA’s lower-grade ore could hit revenue and jobs. Call for Innovation and Green Iron : "Green iron" refers to iron produced with low or zero carbon emissions, likely via hydrogen-based...