Module 1: Introduction to Green Smelting

• Overview of traditional smelting processes
• Environmental impacts and the need for sustainable alternatives
• Introduction to green smelting technologies

Module 2: Fundamentals of Iron Ore Smelting

• Iron ore composition and beneficiation
• Conventional blast furnace operations
• Role of carbon in smelting and associated environmental costs

Module 3: Hydrogen-Based Reduction Processes

• Principles of hydrogen reduction in ironmaking
• Comparison with carbon-based reduction methods
• Advantages and challenges of hydrogen-based smelting

Module 4: Electric Arc Furnaces (EAF) in Green Smelting

• Basics of EAF technology
• Integration of renewable energy sources
• Case studies of EAF applications in green smelting

Module 5: Renewable Energy Integration

• Role of renewable energy in smelting operations
• Solar, wind, and hydroelectric power applications
• Energy storage solutions for consistent operations

Module 6: Alternative Reducing Agents

• Use of biomass and other renewable feedstocks
• CO₂-free reduction processes
• Evaluation of emerging reducing agents

Module 7: Waste Management and By-product Utilization

• Strategies for slag management and recycling
• Emission capture and utilization techniques
• Circular economy opportunities in smelting

Module 8: Economic and Policy Considerations

• Cost analysis: green vs. conventional smelting
• Government regulations and incentives
• Market trends and consumer demand for green steel

Module 9: Safety and Risk Management

• Safe practices in working with molten metals
• Safety protocols in hydrogen-based smelting
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Emergency response planning

Module 10: Case Studies and Industrial Applications

• Success stories of green smelting implementations
• Challenges in scaling up sustainable technologies
• Lessons learned from industry leaders

Module 11: Future Trends in Green Smelting

• Emerging technologies and innovations
• Research and development focus areas
• The path toward net-zero iron and steel production

Module 12: Practical Workshop

• Process optimisation of green smelting processes
• Analysis of energy and emissions data
• Hands-on experience with relevant software tools