Oceania’s primary aluminium industry is facing a fragmented energy transition. While Australia, the leading aluminium producer of the continent, has abundant renewable resources and a well-established aluminium value chain, its smelters remain significantly more dependent on fossil-fuel-based...
India’s green hydrogen push is gradually moving from targets and project announcements towards building the infrastructure needed for large-scale production. Manufacturing facilities, renewable power projects, ammonia plants and port infrastructure are becoming important parts of the next stage of...
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The aluminium industry sits at a stark juncture where demand tied to the energy transition is set to surge. But is it a viable choice, bearing the short-term and long-term impact? Industry projections point to roughly an 80 per cent rise in aluminium demand by 2050, while the sector itself remains...
Sydney-based climate-tech startup Coolsheet has launched a commercial-scale pilot of its photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) system at the iconic North Sydney Olympic Pool. The company’s patented aluminium heat-exchange panel upgrades standard solar modules into high-efficiency hybrid PVT systems, suitable...
The global aluminium industry is going through an exciting transformation as companies focus on sustainability, innovation and circular practices. With a shift towards low-carbon production, the use of renewable energy, cutting-edge recycling technologies and impressive safety achievements,...
In an effort to strengthen Beijing’s control over global supply chains, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce has announced a new expansion of its export control regime for rare earth elements. The new expansion also includes several new materials and processing equipment alongside the rare earth...
India’s top tyre maker, MRF Limited, is stepping firmly into the green energy space with a INR 990 million investment to acquire a 26 per cent stake in Serentica Renewables India Private Limited. The transaction signifies a defining point in MRF's decarbonisation strategy as the automotive industry...
SIMVIC Group is a global leader in advanced metal recycling technologies, specialising in customised aluminium recycling solutions. Through AI, LIBS and smart factory automation, the company enhances recovery efficiency, purity and traceability across diverse aluminium scrap streams. In an...
RUSAL, a global aluminium leader, delivers low-carbon, high-quality products across key industries, including automotive, packaging and electrical applications. With advanced technologies, circular economy initiatives and a strong presence in Türkiye, RUSAL ensures stability, sustainability and...
Resource development and recycling A core priority of the plan is to strengthen resource development and utilisation. Strategic initiatives will target breakthroughs in the exploration of key minerals such as copper, aluminium, lithium, nickel, cobalt, and tin. Regions with favourable conditions...
With industrial decarbonisation being extremely crucial for environmental benefits, Egypt has adopted a major initiative towards it. The country has signed an agreement for the “Dandara” Solar Energy Project, a landmark initiative that will supply clean power to the Egypt Aluminium (Egyptalum)...
Taural India Pvt Ltd, one of the leading aluminium casting manufacturers in India, is on the way to advancing its sustainability agenda with two new and key initiatives - one is the adoption of Vedanta’s low-carbon aluminium and the other is the implementation of a green sand-casting process at its...
In September 2025, India issued over 3,628 MW of tenders for renewable energy as solar capacity additions exceeded 25 GW in the first eight months of 2025. The total renewable capacity reached 242.6 GW, and investments of USD 2,245 million were made, according to JMK Research & Analytics. Major...
Vedanta Ltd, under the leadership of Anil Agarwal, has revealed plans to invest INR 13,226 crore (USD 148 million) to boost its aluminium production capacity from the current 2.4 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) to 3.1 MTPA by FY28. This move underscores the company's dedication to solidifying its...
Solarvest Holdings Bhd and Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd will co-develop a 100MWac solar photovoltaic plant in Mukah, Sarawak, with an estimated investment of RM380 million. Mukah is a coastal town located in the Malaysian state of Sarawak, on the island of Borneo, by the South China Sea. In...
A new project in Nigeria is aiming to turn a major waste problem into a clean energy solution. DESPRAY Environmental, a Dutch specialist in aerosol recycling, has partnered with Lagos-based FREEE Recycle Limited to launch Food Fuel , an initiative that will convert discarded aerosol gases into safe...
Queensland's energy landscape is on the brink of a significant shift, as mining giant Rio Tinto reveals its plans to potentially retire the Gladstone Power Station ahead of schedule, aiming for March 2029, six years earlier than initially planned. This coal-fired power plant, which has been...
Aluminium Products Company (ALUPCO), a key player in aluminium extrusion in Saudi Arabia, has partnered with Asia Aluminum Group (AAG), a top aluminium extrusion manufacturer based in Hong Kong with operations in Mainland China. This collaboration is set to create the largest integrated downstream...
DICABS Nextgen Special Alloys Pvt Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diamond Power Infrastructure Ltd (DIPL), has officially launched its second rod mill at the Vadodara facility in Gujarat. As per a recent stock exchange announcement, this new fully-integrated mill started operations on September...
Mercedes-Benz is taking a big step forward by using low-carbon aluminium in the production of its new electric CLA, which leads to a remarkable 40 per cent cut in CO2 emissions compared to its non-electric version. This move is part of the company's broader plan to decarbonise its operations and...
