Eric Benson, Founder of Pacific Steel Group

About Eric Benson

Eric Benson is the CEO of Pacific Steel Group. His company plans to build an electric arc furnace (EAF) micro-mill in Mojave, California, with funding from Generate Capital. This project aims to produce steel rebar with significantly reduced emissions compared to traditional methods.

Eric Benson at a glance

• Company: Pacific Steel Group
• Total raised: $200M
• Investors: Generate Capital, California State Teachers’ Retirement System fund (CalSTRS), HESTA
• Location: San Diego, United States

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