Culture of Sustainability
Gerdau integrates green practices throughout our operations. From waste reduction, sustainable purchasing, pollution prevention, energy efficiency, and alternative transportation, we strive to lessen our impact on the environment.
Proud To Be Green
Co-Products
Co-products - which are the secondary materials produced during steel production - have numerous applications and are used by various segments of the industry, such as road paving, railway ballast, foundries, cement manufacturing and ceramics. In 2017, the Company reused 73% of its co-products globally, also contributing to the maintenance of several kilometers of secondary roads in the cities surrounding the industrial units, through donation to municipalities.
Green Space
Gerdau's commitment to a sustainable future is reflected in our environmental steward such as maintaining "green spaces" on mill properties. This effort to co-exist with the surrounding land provides both a buffer for neighboring property uses and set-aside for nature to prosper.
