ArcelorMittal Warszawa Steelworks joined the elite group of ResponsibleSteel™ certified steelmakers in January 2023.
On January 24, 2026, the plant received a new certificate confirming that it continues to meet the requirements of the ResponsibleSteel™ standard. The certificate is valid until January 21, 2029.
What is ResponsibleSteel™?
ResponsibleSteel™ is a new standard for the steel industry that focuses on environmental and social issues. It was developed by the ResponsibleSteel™ organization associating with the largest steel companies in the world, social, scientific and environmental organizations. Many of the detailed criteria of the standard go far beyond the requirements set out in the law or internal ArcelorMittal documents.
In September and October 2025, auditors from DNV again verified ArcelorMittal Warszawa’s compliance with the standard. The audit included visits to production facilities and interviews with employees, trade unions, and stakeholders.
The auditors noted no non-compliances, meaning the certificate was granted for another three years. This confirms that steel production at ArcelorMittal Warszawa is conducted responsibly.
In January 2027, the company will undergo another verification during a so-called surveillance audit.
The standard is a new standard for the steel industry that focuses on environmental and social issues. It was developed by ResponsibleSteel™, an organization that brings together the world’s largest steel companies, social, scientific, and environmental organizations. Many of the standard’s detailed criteria significantly exceed the requirements specified in legal regulations or ArcelorMittal’s internal documents. This year’s ResponsibleSteel™ audit was conducted according to the new edition of the standard, which covers 13 principles:
1. Corporate Governance,
2. Social, Environmental, and General Management Systems,
3. Responsible Sourcing of Materials for Operations,
4. Shutdowns and Closures,
5. Occupational Health and Safety,
6. Labor Law,
7. Human Rights,
8. Community Engagement and Communication,
9. Local Community,
10. Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Emissions,
11. Noise, Emissions, Leaks, and Waste,
12. Water Management,
13. Biodiversity.