By focusing on life-cycle-oriented environmental management and conducting a number of life-cycle inventory studies, Outokumpu has been able to identify the most efficient ways of reducing the environmental impact of the Group’s products and take appropriate action. Life-cycle analysis reveals the benefits of stainless steel Scientific research indicates that the strength advantages offered by stainless steel allow lighter structures, saving significant amounts of energy over each product life-cycle, reducing the associated carbon footprint and leading to overall cost savings.