August 13 at 16:00 AEST

Into the Deep End: Tackling Deep Decarbonization in Heavy Industry 

Heavy industry plays a pivotal role in addressing the global climate challenge. As one of the largest sources of greenhouse gas emissions, following power generation and transport, it is responsible for both indirect emissions from high energy use and direct emissions from industrial processes. These emissions are deeply embedded in the production of essential commodities such as steel, aluminum, and cement.

Decarbonizing this sector requires more than a shift to clean energy. It calls for a fundamental transformation of production methods, including changes to high-temperature processes, fuel inputs, and the technologies used across the value chain. Achieving deep decarbonization means evaluating a complex mix of pathways such as hydrogen, carbon capture, electrification, and circular feedstocks. Each option must be considered in light of cost, policy support, technological maturity, and long-term risk.

In this webinar, we will explore the practical and strategic challenges involved in reducing emissions from heavy industry. We will look at how system modelling and scenario analysis can support better decision-making in this complex environment, where trade-offs between cost, carbon, and operational feasibility must be carefully balanced.

Using green steel as a case study, we will examine how energy and infrastructure modelling tools can help assess long-term investment strategies, evaluate alternative production configurations, and plan under policy and market uncertainty. These approaches are critical for identifying scalable and economically viable pathways to industrial decarbonization. The webinar will cover:  

• Understand the sources and scale of emissions in heavy industry, including direct and indirect contributors.
• Learn what “deep decarbonization” means in the context of materials like steel, cement, and aluminium.
• Explore emerging technologies and production pathways, from hydrogen and carbon capture to electrified heat and circular inputs.
• See how system modelling and scenario analysis can help navigate complexity and guide strategic investment planning.
• Gain insight into how these tools apply in real-world industrial contexts, with a focus on green steel. 

Join us to gain insights into tackling the complexity of industrial decarbonization and discover how smarter energy strategies can support heavy industry’s path to net-zero. 

SPEAKERS:

Dr Robert May Product Manager Energy Exemplar

Mark Thomson Executive Director Carbon Transition Pathways

August 21 at 12:00PM CST

Decarbonizing Heavy Industries with Industry 4.0: Power-to-X, Mining Optimization & Advanced Energy Modeling

The path to net-zero is transforming how heavy industries operate. From mining and metals to large-scale industrial processes, companies must now achieve operational excellence while significantly reducing emissions. This shift demands the integration of renewable energy, electrification, Power-to-X (PtX) technologies, and intelligent automation-hallmarks of Industry 4.0.

Join Energy Exemplar and MAN Energy Solutions (MAN-ES) for an exclusive webinar exploring how advanced energy modeling with PLEXOS, combined with innovative technologies, is driving decarbonization across heavy industries.

In this session, you’ll gain insight into:

• Real-world applications of PtX and mining optimization

• How energy-intensive sectors are evolving with Industry 4.0

• The role of simulation and modeling in building a cleaner, smarter industrial future

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from leading experts and discover the tools shaping the next era of sustainable industry!

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August 28 at 2:00PM BST

Modelling the Net Zero Pathway: Industrial Decarbonisation with PLEXOS

Curious about how advanced modelling tools are transforming the path to industrial decarbonization? Discover how PLEXOS can be utilised to simulate realistic transition scenarios, address complex energy system challenges, and inform data-driven strategies for achieving net-zero industrial operations.

Whether you're just beginning to explore decarbonization planning or looking to enhance your modelling toolkit, this session will offer valuable insights and inspiration. Don’t miss it, the future of clean industry starts here!

In this webinar, we’ll explore how PLEXOS empowers renewable investors to:

• Learn how advanced modelling tools like PLEXOS can simulate complex energy transitions and support credible, data-driven strategies toward net-zero industrial operations.
• Discover how to address the complexities of industrial decarbonisation through robust simulation and optimisation techniques.
• Whether you're new to the space or refining your approach, gain valuable insights to improve planning and decision-making for a cleaner industrial future.

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