Japanese aluminium manufacturer UACJ Co Ltd has signed a 20-year solar power purchase agreement (PPA) with Hokuriku Electric Power Biz Energy Solution Co Ltd to supply renewable electricity to its Fukui Works. The 7.43 MW solar project in Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture, is expected to deliver 8.5 GWh of electricity annually while reducing UACJ’s carbon dioxide emissions by 27,694 tonnes per year. Private-line solar supply to begin in November Under the agreement announced on October 26, 2026, Hokuriku Electric Power Biz Energy Solution will supply UACJ’s Fukui Works through a dedicated 4.2 km private power line. The offsite solar plant has a capacity of 5 MWAC/7.43 MWDC, with electricity deliveries scheduled to begin on November 1, 2026. Built on a 75,197-square-metre site, equivalent to...
Aluminium’s decarbonisation challenge extends beyond the electricity powering its smelters. Inside the reduction cell, electrode quality influences how efficiently that electricity is used, how much carbon is consumed and how consistently the process performs. Improving electrodes therefore offers producers a practical opportunity to address operating costs and emissions together. For Switzerland-based R&D Carbon , understanding the relationship between raw materials, electrode quality and industrial performance has been a focus for four decades. Founded in 1986 by Werner K. Fischer, the company built on carbon research previously undertaken at Swiss Aluminium Ltd., or Alusuisse. Today, it operates from Granges, near Sierre, with a team of 30 specialists serving more than 150 customers...
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Carried out in partnership with Gemini Equipment and Rentals Private Limited (GEAR) India and TARON Lift & Move, Vedanta Aluminium has deployed 44 electric lithium-ion forklifts throughout its Odisha and Chhattisgarh businesses. The corporation has also pledged to decarbonise 100 per cent of its LMV fleet by 2030 and 75% of its mining fleet by 2035. Vedanta Aluminium's engagement with GEAR and TARON Lift & Move marks a major step forward in the company's efforts to decarbonise its industrial vehicle fleet. These forklifts revolutionise operational efficiency while significantly reducing carbon emissions and fuel consumption, ultimately contributing to Vedanta Aluminium's goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Vedanta has recently installed a 10-tonne electric lithium-ion...
The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI), an international, non-profit organisation aiming to maximise aluminium's contribution to a sustainable society, works to enhance sustainability across the whole aluminium value chain. ASI Aluminium is a metal produced and acquired following ASI Standards, beginning with its mined or recycled source and continuing through all value chain stages. The Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) seeks to enhance sustainability across the aluminium value chain, such as packaging, transportation, construction, engineering, and upstream and downstream manufacturing sectors. ASI certification helps both the aluminium industry and consumers by demonstrating their commitment to social, environmental, and ethical standards. Some of the notable companies that...
HVG Facades, a leading Australian supplier of premium external wall cladding systems for the construction industry, has reportedly released its latest range of high-quality engineered aluminium façade panels, Nucleo®. The latest panel, made of an internal profiled aluminium board, offers a sustainable cladding option owing to using aluminium. When it recycles, it will consume 95 per cent less energy than other primary metals. Due to this factor, coupled with exceptional corrosion resistance, Nucleo® is an excellent eco-friendly choice. Sustainability is HVG Façades’ core business objective, for which the company always strives to make its products environment-friendly. HVG Façades’ products also offer long-life performance, low maintenance and extreme durability. Since made of aluminium,...
Established in 2010, Fraunhofer Chile Research (FCR), one of the first research institutions of Corfo's Programme for the Attraction of International Centres of Excellence, is developing a solar concentration system to help recycle aluminium waste. The project will be funded by the government agency Corfo's Crea y Valida Fund, which proposes to develop and validate a solar thermal concentration system capable of reaching and maintaining temperatures suitable for smelting of aluminium for its recycling. Fraunhofer has been researching solar heat in industrial processes for years, which has led to the development of several ways to replace fossil fuels using solar thermal technology. The primary aluminium manufacturing business emits 1,100 million tonnes of greenhouse gases yearly,...
AIA NZ, the largest life insurer in New Zealand, has recently published its sustainability report for the year 2022. The report details the significant contributions made by the company during the previous year and highlights its future commitments in the realm of sustainability. In the sustaining healthier, longer, better lives report, the insurance company highlighted its notable accomplishments in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices over the past year. One significant achievement was obtaining the Toitū carbon reduction certification, which validates that the insurer's greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) have been assessed according to the ISO 14064-1:2018 global standard. This certification reinforces the company's commitment to measuring and reducing its carbon footprint...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) accredited Sohar Aluminium against the ASI Performance Standard with Provisional status for its smelter and casthouse complex at Sohar, Oman. The firm manufactures high-purity primary aluminium with an annual capacity of over 390,000 tonnes in the form of ingots, sows, and hot metal, which supports Oman's thriving downstream aluminium sector. In 2021, Sohar Aluminium was enlisted by ASI as the Production and Transformation Member. "We have always aspired to be a world-class and a pioneer industrial company by pursuing excellence through adopting global best practices. SA acts in favour of protecting the environment, implementing high and safe working standards for its employees and contractors, maintaining excellent relations with its stakeholders,...
Last week, the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) increased its membership to 300 by welcoming Wyda South Africa as an Industrial User. This achievement comes less than two years after reaching 200 members in November 2021. According to Chanel Swartz, Internal Sales, Wyda South Africa shares the same goals as ASI. The Internal Sales Head from Wyda South Africa exclaimed in a press release that his enterprise had targets similar to that of ASI: “As one of the largest foil converters in Africa, we feel the need to align ourselves to ASI in order to improve our performance and scale up our progress on key environmental, social and governance issues.” Wyda South Africa is a subsidiary of Wyda Industria de Embalagens, a Brazilian company specialising in food packaging. Wyda South Africa...
Hydrovolt, one of Europe's largest car battery recycling plants, is leading the way in sustainability by recycling damaged or faulty electric vehicle batteries. The plant is pushing the shift to a decarbonised economy by turning them into a precious powder known as "black mass," made of essential minerals such as nickel, manganese, cobalt, lithium, and graphite. The 'black mass' powder will be supplied to other battery manufacturers, while the aluminium produced during the process will be sent to Hydro for recycling. Hydrovolt was established by Northvolt and Hydro to deliver sustainable battery recycling in Europe and ensure that no battery is ever wasted. "Black gold" is touted as eco-friendly as it comes from recycling rather than being mined in faraway countries. "The higher the...
The world's second-largest economy, China dominates the global primary aluminium production, holding a staggering 57-58 per cent share of the market. However, China's aluminium industry significantly impacts its carbon footprint, contributing approximately 5 per cent to its total emissions. Consequently, aluminium producers are compelled to assist China in achieving its ambitious net-zero targets by 2060. According to the World Economic Forum, compared to regions like Europe, the high carbon intensity of aluminium production in China can be attributed to its heavy reliance on coal-fired energy, which accounts for over 80 per cent of its energy sources. However, achieving low-carbon aluminium production in China necessitates more than a mere transition to renewable energy. It requires the...
The global leader in the energy sector Iberdrola and the Spanish manufacturer of aluminium coils and sheets, as well as recycled aluminium alloys LatemAluminium has recently announced that the wind power producer has acquired a 20 per cent stake in LatemAluminium. By forming this partnership, the energy company strengthens its position in the industry and becomes one of the key shareholders of LatemAluminium, consolidating its presence even further. Iberdrola has partnered with LatemAluminium to support decarbonising green aluminium production processes by providing renewable electricity and green hydrogen. Iberdrola has announced its participation in a groundbreaking venture with LatemAluminium, focusing on a large-scale aluminium recycling project. With a 20 per cent stake, Iberdrola...
Amcor, a well-known company that creates sustainable packaging solutions for industries like food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, and home/personal care, has partnered with Aludium, a top European supplier of aluminium, to develop a low-carbon aluminium compound suitable for screw caps. Coca-Cola Thailand, including ThaiNamthip Corporation Limited, HaadThip plc, and Coca-Cola (Thailand) Ltd., collaborated with their partner Trash Lucky Co., Ltd. to launch the third edition of the "Coke Recycle Me with Trash Lucky" campaign on June 26. ALRO S.A. has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, showcasing its economic, environmental, and social efforts. The report came into circulation on June 30, 2023. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has presented Performance Standard V2 (2017)...
On June 30, 2023, the Romanian aluminium company ALRO S.A., one of Europe's largest vertically integrated aluminium producers, measured by production capacity, published the consolidated Sustainability Report for 2022. The s ustainability report also presents the role of ALRO Group in the national and local economy, its environmental protection programs, social involvement, and the implemented sustainable strategy. Marian NĂSTASE, the Chairman of ALRO's Board of Directors, said, "At ALRO, we firmly believe that sustainability is not just an obligation but a strategic imperative. We recognize the pressing challenges of climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality, and we are fully committed to addressing them comprehensively and proactively." "We have continued to invest in...
On June 26, the Coca-Cola system in Thailand, consisting of ThaiNamthip Corporation Limited, HaadThip plc, and Coca-Cola (Thailand) Ltd., joined forces with key partner Trash Lucky Co., Ltd. to launch the 3rd annual "Coke Recycle Me with Trash Lucky" campaign. This year's campaign is the largest to date and intends to encourage Thai consumers to adopt waste separation practices and take an active role in recycling. To achieve this, the campaign will establish a strong waste management system and expand the recycling network by collaborating with seven prominent organisations in Thailand. The campaign to promote recycling in Bangkok and Phuket will be supported by existing partners such as Lotus and The Shell Company of Thailand, as well as new partners like The Mall Group Co., Ltd. and...
The Infinite Bottle from Molton Brown has captured our attention and admiration. By 2023, the brand plans to have 50% of its products reusable or refillable, starting with the Infinite Bottle, made entirely from recycled aluminium and available in their bath and shower gel category. It's an easy and sustainable way to reduce 63% of plastic waste when you refill it. The sleek and timeless design of the bottle adds a touch of elegance to any bathroom. This sustainable product reflects the brand's strong commitment to ethical and environmental considerations, which have been integral to Molton Brown's identity since its establishment in 1971. Molton Brown's global vice-president of marketing, Beatrice Descorps, while giving her views on the usage of aluminium as a sustainable material,...
As the official water partner of the Wimbledon Championship since 2008, Evian will provide players with reusable bottles or aluminium cans that they can refill with Evian water on the court or at designated areas. Evian and Wimbledon have come together to create this brand-new initiative to reduce waste. They have introduced a refillable water system for players on the court, which is a fantastic move towards a more sustainable future. This means they can stay hydrated while helping protect the environment. The on-court dispenser will be available on courts two to 18, while prefilled reusable bottles will be available on Centre Court and No.1 Court. In addition, off-court spectators will still be able to purchase Evian 's 75cl bottles made of 100% recycled plastic and 33cl recyclable...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative announced on Tuesday, June 27, that it successfully certified Fusão Ligas Comércio e Indústria Ltda. (Fusão Ligas) against the Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification. The company’s production unit at João Monlevade, Minas Gerais, Brazil, has acquired the certification for manufacturing products from industrial byproducts and waste such as slag and sludge generated from aluminium smelting. So, the company’s main business area is recycling and reusing aluminium byproducts into high-quality raw materials for use in various industry sectors. Fusão Ligas Comércio e Indústria Ltda. was founded in 2003 with a focus on sustainability by decommissioning and managing industrial waste. It operates in the north, south, northeast and soueast of Brazil, with...
Amcor, a prominent company specializing in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions for various industries such as food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, and home/personal care, has joined forces with Aludium, a leading European aluminium supplier, to produce a low-carbon aluminium product designed explicitly for screwcaps. This collaboration aims to offer a low-carbon alternative in the production of packaging materials, further enhancing sustainability efforts in the industry. The recently introduced aluminium product achieves a carbon footprint reduction of over 50 per cent compared to the average carbon footprint of primary aluminium sold in Europe. The innovative technology uses low-carbon primary aluminium and recycled content together, resulting in less than 4...
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) was recently commemorated at the Emirates Recycling Awards hosted by Emirates Environmental Group (EEG). RAKEZ was recognized for its outstanding achievements in the 'Glass Collection Campaign' and was also honoured as one of the top 10 champions in the 'Can Collection Campaign'. This is a testament to RAKEZ's unwavering commitment to sustainability and its important role in recycling and environmental conservation. RAKEZ has been working closely with EEG for many years, participating in various waste recycling initiatives and receiving recognition across multiple categories. This partnership has been instrumental in promoting environmental awareness and driving sustainable practices within RAKEZ. During the latest bi-annual campaign, RAKEZ collected...
