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Integrated acoustic design, the layout of the plant, silenced equipment and thermal insulation all contribute to noise levels below local Council standards. Very high noise processes are carried out in special acoustic structures.

Without recycling the Glenbrook operation would require a massive 1 million tonnes of fresh water each day, with a similar volume being discharged into adjacent waterways. However, of the total volume of water in the steel mill's water circuits, less than 2% is discharged to the Waiuku Estuary each day.

Our success relies on communities supporting our business and products. In turn, we care for the environment, create wealth, respect local values and encourage involvement. Our strength is in choosing to do what is right.

The production of steel at New Zealand Steel is a unique and innovative process, that uses many of the resources found in the local environment including air, water, electricity, coal, ironsand and the land on which the mill is located.

New Zealand Steel and it's employees are proud to be supporting the community.

As people become more aware that the world's natural resources are finite, companies and communities are being pressured to improve their environmental performance, to protect natural resources for future generations and maintain biological diversity in ecosystems. New Zealand Steel became certified to ISO14001 in 2003, and auditing by accredited external auditors will be ongoing.

An Environmental Management System (EMS) provides a company with a structured process to improve its environme…

In New Zealand, the Resource Management Act (1991) requires businesses to manage the effects their activities have on the physical and natural environment. Resource consents must be obtained for any activity which is not permitted by a Regional or District Plan. Through the process of evaluating the environmental effects of an activity, the relevant Council will set out specific standards, limits and requirements to ensure that any adverse effects on the local environment are avoided or minimise…

In April and June 2021, NZ Steel lodged two applications with Auckland Council to replace existing site wide resource consents relating to activities at its Glenbrook integrated steel mill. These applications were for Discharges to Air and Discharges to Water.

The issue of new resource consents will provide for continuing operations of the NZ Steel business.

Our Environmental Team worked with environmental consultants to prepare two Assessment of Environmental Effects. One relating to the site…

Our success comes from our people. We work in a safe and satisfying environment. We choose to treat each other with trust and respect and maintain a healthy balance between work and family life. Our experience, teamwork and ability to deliver steel inspired solutions are our most valued and rewarded strengths.