Big Ideas. Bold Ventures: Cleveland Cliffs

With an emphasis on steelmaking sustainability, Cleveland Cliffs is driving the EV revolution.

From the industrial revolution to the sustainability movement, Cleveland Cliffs has been a leader in building a strong America. Literally. The Cleveland-based company founded in 1847 played a pivotal role in the growth of the American steel industry. Today, Cleveland Cliffs is the largest flat-rolled steel company in North America, and a world leading supplier of automotive-grade steel – including the lightweight steel driving the EV revolution.

They have already reduced carbon emissions by 25% and are committed to being North America's leader in steelmaking sustainability. Cleveland Cliffs employs 27,000 people at 56 facilities in North America – and it is all based right where they started 176 years ago: Cleveland.