India Energy Week 2026 ends but sets the course for aluminium’s green transition

India Energy Week 2026, which concluded on January 30, has left the energy ecosystem with much to reflect on for the year ahead. The fourth edition of the 4-day conference reinforced a clear message and that was every industry, whether directly or indirectly connected to power, electricity, and fuel must now reassess its strategies in light of accelerating energy transition journey. And among all the industries, definitely aluminium takes a centre stage in this discussion, given its energy-intensive nature. Data indicates aluminium embodies total 186-211 GJ of energy per tonne, while primary aluminium production alone needs 13.5 to 17 MWh per tonne. At the same time, the industry is under mounting pressure to decarbonsie its ecosystem, with a near-term goal of bringing the carbon footprint of primary aluminium below 3–4 tonnes of CO₂e per tonne by 2030.

The pathways to this transition are typically greater integration of renewable and green energy and a higher share of recycled aluminium in production. So, recognising this strategic importance of energy transition for the aluminium industry, AL Circle was at the event to track key discussions and industry viewpoints, with focus on solutions and developments around clean energy adoption in the aluminium industry.

So, here are the key takeaways from the event for the Indian and global aluminium industry: