Coal-heavy Australian aluminium vs renewables-led New Zealand: How Oceania is balancing decarbonisation
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...
5 Mt by 2030: India’s green hydrogen investment pipeline expands from Gujarat to Odisha
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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Vedanta among top achievers on global platform for sustainability leadership
Vedanta Aluminium has proudly boasted its second rank in the prestigious S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for the global aluminium industry. With an impressive holistic score of 77, the company has demonstrated its excellence across environmental, social, and governance (ESG)...
Hydro Alunorte installs two more electric boilers powered by renewable energy to curb CO2 emissions
Hydro's Alunorte alumina refinery located in Brazil has reportedly brought two new electric boilers into operation that produce steam using renewable energy as a source of electricity instead of coal to reduce up to 550,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions per year. Image source: Hydro The...
DOE approves $1.45 billion loan guarantee for Hanwha Qcells' solar manufacturing facility in Georgia
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has granted a conditional loan guarantee of US$1.45 billion to Hanwha Qcells, a Korean-owned solar manufacturer, to support the development of its vertically integrated manufacturing facility in Cartersville, Georgia. Image Source: FREEPIK This loan, part of the...
China tightens grip on bauxite as demand for green energy minerals soars
China is bracing its position as a key player in the global minerals market, with a sharp focus on bauxite, a critical raw material for aluminium production. In the first nine months of last year alone, China's bauxite imports surged by 20 per cent, among other minerals, a judicious progress to...
Bold pivot: Norsk Hydro plans to cease few other businesses, doubles down on 2030 strategy
Near the conclusion of 2024, leading Norweigan aluminium and renewable energy company Norsk Hydro (NHY.OL) unfurled its decision to halt investment in its green hydrogen and battery business while slowly but steadily concluding these businesses' operations in the coming years. Image source:...
Waaree Energies to supply bifacial solar modules for 150 MW renewable power project
Waaree Energies Ltd., India's largest solar PV module manufacturer and a prominent player in the global energy transition, has announced securing an order to supply solar modules for a major 150 MW renewable power project. According to a company statement, the contract involves delivering Waaree's...
Setting a new benchmark for sustainable aluminium manufacturing in Sri Lanka with ‘Elevate’: Alumex
Alumex PLC has recently launched a comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) roadmap titled "Elevate," setting a new benchmark for sustainable aluminium manufacturing in Sri Lanka and globally. By adopting a formal ESG framework, Alumex reaffirms its commitment to creating long-term...
Rethinking solar costs: Aluminium frames redefine PV industry margins
At the recent annual conference of the China Photovoltaic Industry Association (CPIA), a renewable energy analyst from a publicly traded securities company renowned for its excellent asset quality and innovative capabilities highlighted significant cost shifts in the solar industry. The event, held...
Here’s what European aluminium leaders have further said about technology, digitalisation, and circular economy!
For many years now, Europe is continuously innovating ways to optimise aluminium production while reducing carbon emissions. Whether by implementing advanced technologies, switching to renewable energy sources, or boosting recycling efforts, Europe's focus is dedicated to sustainable aluminium...
The metal that won’t quit – aluminium’s circular journey towards a greener tomorrow
A circular economy is an essential part of building a sustainable future as it addresses critical global challenges like resource depletion, waste generation, and environmental degradation. Aluminium plays a pivotal role in this context due to its exceptional recyclability. According to the...
Aluminium wonderland: Nespresso & Pátio Paulista Mall redefine festive décor with circular creativity
Pátio Paulista Mall in São Paulo and Nespresso have partnered for Christmas 2024 to create a one-of-a-kind, sustainable celebration. Over 50,000 aluminium capsules from Nespresso have been transformed into festive decorations, including sculptures of bears, garlands, and Christmas trees, bringing...
AMAG Austria triumphantly traverses through all odds of 2024, flagging strong fiscal output and committed sustainability drive
AMAG Austria Metall AG is a leading sustainable manufacturer and supplier of premium rolled aluminium products, including sheets, strips and plates, recycled aluminium alloy castings, and ready-to-install components. The company, with production sites at Ranshofen in Austria, Übersee and Karlsruhe...
Emirates Global Aluminium secures green loan for US deal and to drive decarbonisation goals
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates, other than the oil and gas sector, has opted for a green loan to finance its acquisition of United States' business share. In addition to its European acquisition, EGA has expanded its operations to the...
Masdar powers up Europe: Two game-changing acquisitions in the Iberian Peninsula
Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy leader, has strengthened its presence in Europe with two significant acquisitions in the Iberian Peninsula, advancing its ambitious growth strategy. The company acquired Saeta Yield from Brookfield Renewable Partners and its institutional partners in a landmark deal...
EcoEnd™: The new standard in sustainable beer packaging
Japan's leading breweries, Suntory Holdings Limited, Asahi Group Holdings, Kirin Holdings, and Sapporo Holdings, will begin phasing in using the "EcoEnd™" can lid for select beer products in February 2025. These innovative solutions significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, cutting...
Pioneering technology advancements and sustainability initiatives, EGA continues to be a global aluminium leader in 2024
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the world’s leading ‘premium aluminium’ producer, is the first company in the Middle East to have joined the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative and the first one in the UAE to have sold its own industrial technology internationally. Among the many firsts, EGA is also...
European aluminium industry: Leaders speak about shifting towards sustainability with innovative technical approach
The European aluminium industry is undergoing a significant transformation as sustainability becomes a top priority. With the need to reduce carbon emissions and use recyclable materials, aluminium is increasingly being used in various industrial sectors. In dedicated interviews published in our...
Hydro strengthens Husnes operations with NOK 200 million sow casting line investment
Aluminium and renewable energy company Hydro has announced a lump sum investment of NOK 200 million (US$17.66 million) to establish a new sow casting line at its Husnes site. This initiative aims to enhance the flexibility of the primary aluminium casthouse and is an essential part of Hydro's...
