The Green JSW

We are intensively working on implementing technology to separate hydrogen from coke oven gas, which is a by-product in the production of coke. Hydrogen can be used in fuel cells for ecological and zero-emission generation of electricity, ecological public transport, power supply for electric devices and emergency power supply units (hospitals, schools, administration). Implementing and developing zero-emission urban transport based on hydrogen fuel cells will significantly improve the quality of air and bring a range of other benefits such as lower noise and pollution and a reduction in CO₂ emissions. Separating hydrogen from coke oven gas will be an important step towards a cleaner air, leading to coking coal being considered as a source of clean energy.

As part of a land rehabilitation programme at the former Krupiński mine, JSW is planning a factory for hydrogen cells, which are used in electromobility – mainly fuel cells with a proton exchange membrane (PEM). As part of this programme, in the same location JSW is planning to build a manufacturing line for electric buses (AUTOMOTIV GK JSW) (including hydrogen-powered buses) and a production line for an electric light commercial vehicle. The Company is also planning to build a factory and production line for hydrogen-powered wagons and locomotives.

We are a leader in the economic use of methane. Capturing methane from the mine and ventilation air methane drainage system not only reduces the methane threat in mines but also improves energy efficiency and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Currently, 60% of the captured methane is converted into energy. In 2017, we captured 160 million m³ of methane, of which we used approx. 92 million m³. The Company plans a five-fold increase in methane-based electricity generation by 2030.

Methane drainage will improve workplace safety for miners, speed up coal extraction and increase JSW’s energy independence. Electricity generation at JSW’s gas installations is expected to increase from 90 thousand MWh currently to 490 thousand MWh after 2022. This will also lead to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

As part of a land rehabilitation programme at the former mine Krupiński in Suszec, we are planning to open a factory for carbon fibres made of coking-process by-products, while at the former coking plant Dębieńsko – the manufacture of adsorbents, carbon nanotubes using by-products formed in the production of coking coal and coke, including type-34 coal or coke dust.  The use of high-quality light materials and components translates into lower CO₂ and nitrogen oxide emissions.

Exceptionally durable, light material with a unique look. These fibres are used as construction material in numerous laminates requiring special properties. For example, the energy industry uses such materials for producing wind turbine blades.

Used to remove pollution from liquid or gas substances, as catalysers or carriers, used for gas storage. Cheap and effective adsorbents sought are after due to the ever stricter environmental protection requirements.

Used in automotive, energy, chemistry and electronics. Strong market in the aviation, defence and electronics sectors, mainly due to their small weight combined with exceptional durability. Carbon nanostructures are equal to 1-3% of the weight of graphite electrodes in lithium-ion batteries.

JSW undertakes activities resulting from energy audit recommendations in order to improve the energy efficiency of its energy sources and devices. Energy efficiency certificates („white certificates”) are a market mechanism that forces action to be taken in order to improve energy efficiency. These certificates are awarded to companies that successfully implement activities leading to substantial energy savings.