India's hidden urban mines are going to landfills: Why e-waste needs a second life
As smartphones, laptops, televisions, electric vehicles, and household appliances become an integral part of modern life, electronic waste (e-waste) is emerging as one of the world's fastest-growing waste streams. Yet, every discarded electronic device contains more than just obsolete technology—it...
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...
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Polestar sets new standards in CO2 reduction with its latest performance SUV
Polestar, the renowned electric car manufacturer, has unveiled its latest innovation: the Polestar 3 performance SUV. This remarkable vehicle not only embodies the pinnacle of automotive engineering but also sets a new benchmark in sustainability within the electric vehicle (EV) sector. According...
Take a sneak peek into Assan Alüminyum's indomitable CSR legacy
In the vast realm of aluminium production, where innovation and sustainability intertwine, Assan Alüminyum emerges as a beacon of excellence. Renowned as one of the premier flat-rolled aluminium producers globally, this stalwart of the industry stands tall not only for its remarkable products but...
Ball's 2023 Sustainability Report: Charging ahead with eco-conscious aluminium packaging
Ball Corporation emerges as a beacon of green innovation in the diverse landscape of sustainable packaging solutions. Their 2023 annual financial and sustainability report unveils a strategic shift towards renewable energy and recycled content, propelling the company into a leadership role within...
No slowdown in sight, China's solar sector is projected to grow at unprecedented rate through 2024
The latest data from 2024 indicates that China's solar industry continues its relentless growth, with capacity expansions surging at a rate 80% higher than at the beginning of the previous year. Following an unprecedented 2023 that surpassed all forecasts, expectations for 2024 have been tempered....
Century’s Green Aluminum Smelter Project is selected for $500 million funding by the U.S. Department of Energy
On Monday, March 25, Century Aluminum announced it would get up to $500 million from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations as part of the Industrial Demonstrations Program (IDP). Century's Green Aluminum Smelter Project will receive Bipartisan Infrastructure Law...
Quaker Houghton to spotlight leading-edge lubricant technology for the rod & wire industry
Quaker Houghton, the leading global supplier of industrial process fluids, will showcase its comprehensive range of rod rolling fluids and wire drawing lubricants at the Wire 2024 trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany, from April 15-19. The company will highlight the latest advancements in its flagship...
Constellium releases 2023 sustainability report
On March 20, 2024, Constellium announced the release of its 2023 Sustainability Report. This report highlights Constellium's steadfast dedication to shaping a sustainable and circular future and showcases the company's initiatives in various areas of sustainability. "Constellium has continued to...
Global law firm White & Case advises Emirates Global Aluminium on the strategic acquisition of Leichtmetall
White & Case, a leading global law firm, provided legal counsel to Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), a premium aluminium producer, in its acquisition of Leichtmetall Aluminium Gießerei Hannover GmbH (Leichtmetall), a German aluminium recycling company. EGA is set to acquire a 100 per cent stake in...
Top 10 cases of scientific advancements: Exploring the versatility of aluminium
Aluminium, ubiquitous in nature and abundant in the Earth's crust, emerges as a cornerstone of modern scientific research and technological innovation. Its versatility knows no bounds, permeating industries from aviation to renewable energy, and now, it stands poised at the forefront of...
Norsk Hydro secures renewable energy future with Statkraft partnership
Leading Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy giant Norsk Hydro has embarked on a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Statkraft through its clean energy division, Hydro Energi AS. The provision for the contract includes the delivery of 1.28 TWh throughout the timespan of May 2024 to...
Reynaers Group's Sustainable Development Goal gets certified by the UN
Reynaers Aluminium UK, a frontrunner in the aluminium industry, shines brightly as it reiterates its unwavering dedication to environmental stewardship. Garnering recognition from the esteemed United Nations for its pioneering sustainability efforts, Reynaers Group proudly wears the Sustainable...
Demolition of a historic landmark: Bidding farewell to Anglesey Aluminium’s old chimney
Today marks a significant event as the iconic chimney, a fixture of the old Anglesey Aluminium site for half a century, is set to be demolished. Scheduled for Wednesday, March 20th, this demolition has garnered immense public interest. The demolition, orchestrated by Porthladd rhydd Ynys Môn...
Hydro Paragominas marks 17 years of sustainable bauxite extraction
Hydro Paragominas, a mining enterprise centred on bauxite extraction in Paragominas (PA), marks its 17th anniversary this March with a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainability. Spearheaded by Industrial Director Anderson Martins, the company is renowned for its continual pursuit of...
Australia’s biggest aluminium smelter braces itself for a complete clean energy transformation
With a significant wind and solar tender, Tomago Aluminium, Australia's premier smelter, embarks on a riveting journey toward sustainability. As the nation's largest consumer of energy, Tomago's transition to renewables sets a pioneering precedent in the aluminium industry. Tomago Aluminium,...
Azerbaijan's aluminium exports to Japan surge by 29% in 2023
According to the State Statistics Committee, in 2022, Azerbaijan exported 5,102 tonnes of aluminium to Japan for a total value of $12.73 million. However, in 2023, aluminium exports from Azerbaijan to Japan saw a notable increase. The country exported 6,598 tonnes of this non-ferrous metal,...
From Nature, For Nature: SOURCE Global introduces SKY WTR, aluminium bottled water powered by sun and air
SOURCE Global is thrilled to introduce SKY WTR by SOURCE™, a groundbreaking product in the bottled water market. This innovative offering is the first of its kind, providing sustainably sourced bottled water without extraction methods. Using cutting-edge technology powered by sunlight and air, SKY...
Hydro to source processed aluminium scrap from Sims Alumisource for its North American extrusion unit
Norsk Hydro, a Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company, is eyeing to source processed aluminium scrap for its North American extrusion plants. According to a report, Hydro has signed a multi-year agreement with Sims Alumisource for the same purpose. Hydro is the largest producer of...
Aluminati Guitars strikes a chord of sustainability using recycled aluminium as raw material
In a world where innovation and sustainability intertwine, Aluminati Guitars stands as an extraordinary example of finding power in vision and perseverance. Central to the ethos of Aluminati Guitars is a steadfast commitment to sustainability. Embracing aluminium as its primary material, the...
