U.S. Steel hot strip mill air permit in Braddock
Summary
The Health Department's draft permit for a new hot strip mill at the Edgar Thomson Works is out for public comment. Residents and advocates say it would raise PM2.5 pollution in communities already among the most burdened in Pennsylvania, and they want stronger standards, fenceline monitoring, and better public engagement. A public meeting is set for November 10.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 7
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
A cited Boston College study estimates PM2.5 pollution reduced economic opportunity for kids born in southwestern Pennsylvania by $2.7 billion in 2019 alone.
U.S. Steel and the region's industrial economy; the mill supports steelmaking jobs.
Residents of Braddock, North Braddock and nearby Mon Valley communities, especially children with asthma.
Mentions & discussions (2)
People for and against proposed U.S. Steel hot strip mill speak at public hearing
The Allegheny County Health Department held a public hearing on Tuesday to get feedback on U.S. Steel’s proposed hot strip mill.
County Council — November 4, 2026
The Health Department's draft permit for a new hot strip mill at the Edgar Thomson Works is out for public comment. Residents and advocates say it would raise PM2.5 pollution in communities already among the most burdened in Pennsylvania, and they want stronger standards, fenceline monitoring, and better public engagement. A public meeting is set for November 10.
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