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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Vedanta takes a bold step toward sustainable transportation with biodiesel as green fuel
In the heart of India, where the land echoes the tales of progress, Vedanta Lanjigarh emerges as a beacon of innovation in the aluminium industry. This premier producer of metallurgical grade alumina, a gem in Vedanta Aluminium's crown, is not just shaping the future of metal production but is also...
Hindalco's Net Zero goals redefined: On track to meet clean energy targets before estimated time
Hindalco Industries, a primary player in the aluminium industry, is intensifying its commitment to sustainability. Satish Pai, the Managing Director, envisions achieving the first phase of the interim greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction target well before 2030. By 2030, through the completion of the...
Chemship's wind-assisted propulsion sets new standard in maritime industry
February 19, 2024, marks a significant milestone for Chemship as it launches its inaugural vessel equipped with wind-assisted propulsion, setting a new standard in sustainable shipping. The MT Chemical Challenger, a pioneering chemical tanker, now boasts the distinction of being the first of its...
St Leonard's Foreshore project includes furniture composed of recycled aluminium
The City is thrilled to unveil the newly completed public facilities at St Leonard's Foreshore, made possible through generous funding from the Australian Government's Community Development Grants Programme (CDG). The new furniture is crafted from recycled aluminium engineered to endure the...
Assan Aluminyum achieves new pinnacle in global sustainability standards
Assan Aluminyum, a trailblazer in the flat-rolled aluminium sector, has secured its position as a sustainability frontrunner by participating in the esteemed CDP 2023 Climate Change program. Notably, the company earned an impressive 'B' rating, surpassing both global industry averages and the...
Contact Energy yields a 70% higher net profit backed by potential deals with aluminium smelters
Contact Energy Limited, a New Zealand electricity generator, natural gas wholesaler, and electricity retailer, has experienced phenomenal financial growth in six months, ending December 31, 3023, buoyed by potential deals with aluminium smelters. As per the report, Contact Energy has earned a net...
NTPC to supply 1200 MW of uninterrupted power for NALCO’s smelter expansion
NTPC Limited, India's leading integrated power utility, and National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a prestigious Navaratna Company, have entered a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This non-binding agreement embarks on a journey of exploration across diverse energy landscapes,...
Recycler Sims Metal advances sustainable downstream production with new electric car flattener
Sims Metal, an international leader in metal recycling, has invested in an electric car flattener at its Allens Avenue site, replacing the previous diesel model. The state-of-the-art equipment, weighing 60,000 pounds, is expected to cut the site's CO2 emissions by 9.6 tons annually. The initiative...
Satish Pai urges Government: Guard aluminium and copper from FTAs to save the domestic industry
Hindalco Industries, a prominent player in the aluminium industry under the Aditya Birla Group, faces hurdles from the influx of low-cost aluminium foils due to recent policy changes. Satish Pai, Hindalco's Managing Director, sheds light on the company's strategies amidst this scenario. Hindalco...
SOLARCYCLE collaborates with Qcells to sustainably recycle photovoltaic panels
Qcells, a prominent player in the U.S. solar panel manufacturing landscape, has forged a unique partnership with SOLARCYCLE, a cutting-edge solar recycling firm, ushering in a new era of sustainability. This collaboration is not only the first of its kind but also holds immense promise for the...
Thailand’s thrust toward renewable energy gets strategic support from Japanese industrial firms
In a strategic move towards fostering eco-friendly manufacturing, the Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) has collaborated with Japanese giants IHI Corporation and IHI Asia Pacific (Thailand) Co. The focus lies on the Smart Park Industrial Estate in Rayong, emphasising the imperative...
Acciona Energía ventures into the Indian solar market with a new project
Acciona Energía has announced plans to construct a new 412 MWp photovoltaic project in Rajasthan, India, with an expected completion date set for 2025. Acciona, S.A. is a Spanish multinational conglomerate dedicated to developing and managing infrastructure and renewable energy. Acciona is a global...
Researchers convert glass windows into energy-storing appliance
A team of researchers from the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) in Bengaluru has created a groundbreaking battery capable of converting ordinary glass windows into cost-effective energy storage units. This innovative development involves the design of an efficient and affordable...
Unlocking the solar potential: Arizona welcomes SOLARCYCLE's revolutionary PV recycling hub
SOLARCYCLE, a pioneering solar recycling company, has unveiled its cutting-edge headquarters in Mesa, Arizona. This strategic location is set to become a hub for innovation, housing a state-of-the-art research lab poised to propel the company's technologies forward. The implications are not only...
“The aluminium industry in the Gulf is constantly evolving, and it will remain a prominent centre for aluminium production outside of China,” Mahmood Daylami, Secretary General, Gulf Aluminium Council.
Mahmood Daylami is the Secretary General of the Gulf Aluminium Council (GAC) and former Deputy Chief Executive at ALBA. He has been associated with the aluminium business for over forty years. Additionally, he is the author of the book 'Understanding Cultural Diversity in the Gulf: A Management...
Sustainability weekly recap: Hindalco secures 26% stake in Ayana Renewable for its Odisha smelter
Decarbonising and sustainable aluminium production is poised to become the foremost focus on the supply side in the coming years. The global aluminium industry is set to prioritise achieving net-zero and carbon-neutral, making it a central driving force in the sector. In its latest strategic move...
L&T scores big in power distribution contracts
Larsen & Toubro Power Transmission and Distribution (PT&D) division recently secured numerous contracts. These projects encompass a variety of endeavours, including the development of a 75 MW floating solar PV facility on the Panchet Dam in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand as well as the...
Strategic partnership between Array Technologies and ALUPCO® illuminates MENA's clean energy future
In a significant stride towards advancing the future of clean energy in the Middle East and North African region (MENA), Array Technologies (Array), a global leader in utility-scale solar tracking solutions, has inked a strategic partnership with Aluminum Products Company (ALUPCO®), a distinguished...
