Original Title 原标题 Visualizing Raw Steel Production in 2023
Steel is essential for the economy due to its crucial role in infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, and transportation sectors.
钢是经济发展不可或缺的材料，在基础设施建设、制造业以及交通运输方面扮演着重要角色。
This graphic breaks down the estimated global production of raw steel in 2023. The data was sourced from the U.S. Geological Survey as of January 2024.
这张图表展示了2023年全球粗钢的估计产量。数据来自美国地质调查局2024年1月发布的资料。
China Produces More Than Half the World’s Steel
中国的钢产量超过世界的一半
One major issue facing the steel industry is overcapacity in top producer China.
Steel production in China has surpassed demand in recent years, leading to downward pressure on the profit margins of steel mills worldwide.
Historically, China’s troubled real estate sector has accounted for over one-third of the country’s steel consumption. To address this issue, the Chinese government has mandated steel production cuts since 2021.
Far behind China, India is the second-biggest producer of steel, followed by Japan.
虽然印度的钢产量远远落后于中国，但却是世界第二大钢生产国，位于印度之后的是日本。
| Country 国家 |
Region 地区 |
2023 Production (million tonnes) 2023产量（百万吨） |
|---|---|---|
| China 中国 |
Asia 亚洲 |
1,000 |
| India 印度 |
Asia 亚洲 |
140 |
| Japan 日本 |
Asia 亚洲 |
87 |
| U.S. 美国 |
North America 北美洲 |
80 |
| Russia 俄罗斯 |
Europe 欧洲 |
75 |
| S. Korea 韩国 |
Asia 亚洲 |
68 |
| Rest of World 世界其它国家 |
420 | |
| Total 总量 |
1,870 |
Infinite Recyclability
无限可回收
Steel is an alloy primarily composed of iron ore containing less than 2% carbon, 1% manganese, and other trace elements. It is 1,000 times stronger than iron and can be recycled over and over without sacrificing quality.
钢是一种以铁为主要成分，含有少于2%的碳，1%的锰，以及其它微量元素的合金。钢的强度超过铁的1000倍，并可以不断地循环利用而不会损害质量。
Steel is widely used in various industries. It is a fundamental material in construction, providing support through beams, internal structures, and roofing.
钢广泛应用在各个行业，是建设行业的基本材料，可以为梁柱、内部结构和顶部提供支持。
Moreover, steel’s corrosion-resistant properties make it ideal for water infrastructure. Stainless steel pipes are the preferred choice for underground water systems, ensuring longevity and purity in water transportation.
更重要的是，钢的抗腐蚀特性使其成为与水相关的基础设施的理想材料。不锈钢管是地下水系统的最佳选择，能确保使用寿命和输送水的纯度。
Additionally, most canned foods are stored in steel containers for preservation, as steel does not rust.
另外，大部分罐装食品储藏在钢容器来保存，原因是钢不会生锈。