Sustainability Day – Wednesday 19 November
The stainless steel industry is navigating a pivotal moment—balancing the continued need for sustainability with the realities of shifting geopolitical strategies and global supply chain pressures. In this complex landscape, innovation, resilience and adaptability are essential. From decarbonizing production and developing low-impact alloys to embracing circular design, the industry is responding with forward-thinking solutions that ensure it continues to deliver – smarter, cleaner and more competitively – while staying agile in an ever-changing world.
At the heart of our community’s evolution lies The Stainless Steel World Sustainability Day 2025 — this year’s landmark event at the Stainless Steel World Conference & Expo 2025 that brings together visionaries, engineers and decision-makers to explore the most urgent challenge of our time: building a sustainable, resilient future – practically, economically and functionally. Combining conference sessions, an open-form, keynote presentation and network reception:
This year, we’re taking inspiration from the edge of space!
At The Stainless Steel World Sustainability Day 2025, we will go beyond the Earth’s surface to explore bold new frontiers. Join us as we welcome Dr. André Kuipers, ESA astronaut and the first Dutch Astronaut to complete two space missions, for an exclusive keynote that connects the technologies of space with the urgency of sustainability on Earth.
A Unique Perspective
Dr. André Kuipers is not only a celebrated ESA astronaut, but also a passionate advocate for sustainability. With two space missions and 204 days in orbit, he brings an unmatched, global view of our planet. Having served as a medical doctor, scientist, engineer and now Ambassador for Earth, he shares powerful insights into innovation in extreme environments and explores how the unique challenges of spaceflight drive technological breakthroughs—particularly in energy and materials—that can be applied to building a more sustainable industry on Earth.
Be Part of the Future
Sustainability Day isn’t just a conference highlight—it’s a catalyst for change. Join us to explore how space-age thinking is shaping the next generation of stainless steel solutions.
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