At Dennen Steel, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword — it’s part of our daily operations. Over the past year, our team recycled millions of pounds of steel, stainless, and aluminum, significantly reducing our environmental footprint. Our 2025 Environmental Impact Report highlights how these efforts contribute to energy savings, emissions reduction, and a more circular manufacturing economy.
General Recycling Highlights
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Every ton of recycled steel saves 60% of the energy required to produce steel from virgin iron ore.
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Recycling steel also reduces CO₂ emissions by 58% compared to using raw materials.
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Aluminum recycling is even more efficient: energy savings can reach up to 92% versus producing aluminum from ore.
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In the U.S., recycled metals create far more jobs than sending waste to landfills or incinerators — 36 times more than landfilling the same amount of metal.
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Recycling paper, cardboard, and plastic has a measurable impact: every ton of recycled cardboard saves nine cubic yards of landfill space, and every ton of paper saves 17 trees.
These statistics show the scale and potential of responsible manufacturing on a national level — and Dennen Steel is proud to contribute. To put it in perspective, Dennen Steel saved enough electricity in 2025 to power 404 U.S. households for an entire year.
Why It Matters
Recycling is more than just a responsible choice — it is an impactful action. By carefully segregating scrap and returning materials to the recycling stream, Dennen Steel:
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Reduces the need for raw material extraction
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Saves significant energy
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Lowers greenhouse gas emissions
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Keeps material out of landfills
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Supports a circular manufacturing economy
Manufacturing often gets labeled as resource-intensive, but our operations show that responsible, sustainable manufacturing is possible and measurable.
Looking Ahead
At Dennen Steel, we will continue to optimize recycling and sustainability practices in 2026 and beyond. Especially with a great partner such as Beacon Recycling. Every pound of material we recycle contributes to a greener, more sustainable future for the automotive, furniture, and consumer products industries we serve.
Proud to operate responsibly,
Jason Kroening
Plant Manager
