MOJAVE – Pacific Steel Group has broken ground on the Mojave Micro Mill, marking California’s first new steel mill in 50 years. This groundbreaking project, located in Kern County, promises to revolutionize the steel industry with zero carbon emissions and create nearly 700 jobs.
Governor Gavin Newsom attended the ceremony, highlighting the mill’s role in advancing California’s climate goals while stimulating regional economic growth. The project, supported by a $30 million California Competes tax credit, is expected to generate over $540 million in investments and bring cleaner steel manufacturing to the state.…