Minnesota's iron ore mine revival could support green steel production

A new mining project in Minnesota's Iron Range aims to supply ore for domestic green steel manufacturing, potentially supporting decarbonization of a carbon-intensive industrial sector.

First covered Jul 23, 2026 · 12:30 AM PT · 1 article

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5h Canary Media Could a new iron ore mine turn Minnesota into a green steel powerhouse? — An enormous shed sits on a ridge northeast of Calumet, Minnesota, along the state’s Iron Range , visible for miles to drivers rushing by on Highway 169.

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Appeared in: 2026-07-23 (#8)

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