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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“The integration of digital and physical systems will keep advancing, bringing them closer together. Heavy industries, mining, and minerals are already experiencing benefits from exponential technologies like AI,” Dr Saptarshi Das
Dr Saptarshi Das is a firm believer that sustainability and profitability can be achieved simultaneously. To this end, he has focused his activities and investments on clean technology and affordable education. He heads the global Decision Science division of the energy major Shell. He has...
Hindalco allies with Xynteo paving the way for sustainable growth in the Indian aluminium sector
Hindalco, the world's largest aluminium rolling and recycling company, is partnering with Xynteo to host 'The Exchange,' a two-day event in New Delhi. This collaboration is geared towards bringing together key stakeholders from various sectors to strategise solutions for India's goals of equitable...
European Commission advocates decarbonisation deal to achieve its 2040 emission goal; High energy cost dampens Europe’s aluminium output
In recent years, there has been a global resurgence in commitments to carbon neutrality, with countries worldwide revising their policies and strategies to attain these objectives. This movement has coincided with a remarkable increase in the adoption of electric vehicles and a substantial rise in...
Rising demand spurs growth in India's foundry industry across multiple sectors
In recent years, the Indian foundry industry has experienced consistent growth, buoyed by rising demand across multiple sectors, including automotive, engineering, energy, and infrastructure. Numerous foundries are embracing modernisation initiatives to enhance production efficiency and promote...
Alcoa’s Intalco Works aluminium smelter might get transformed into a green hydrogen plant
Alcoa Corporation's announcement to sell its closed Intalco Works aluminium smelter to Canadian energy company AltaGas Ltd. has sparked interest and speculation about the future of the sprawling complex near Ferndale. The smelter, once a primary aluminium producer, faced closure, and Blue Wolf...
Hindalco acquires 26% stake in Ayana Renewable to power its smelter in Odisha
Hindalco Industries has acquired a 26 per cent stake in Ayana Renewable Power Four for INR 1.62 crore in its latest move towards bolstering its renewable energy portfolio. This strategic investment aims to ensure a sustainable energy supply for its smelter in Odisha, with plans to provide 100 MW of...
Pacific Green proposes Battery Energy Park in Portland with a 2.5 GW grid capacity
Renewable energy frontrunner Pacific Green has unveiled plans for a humungous 2.5 gigawatt-hour grid-scale battery energy park in Portland, strategically positioned near the Portland Aluminium smelter and the Portland Water Treatment Plant. This forward-thinking project aligns with Pacific Green's...
Researchers suggest end-of-life solar panels can be recycled as future resources
Australia is at the forefront of global solar adoption, boasting over 3.3 million households equipped with rooftop solar panels. However, the initial wave of installations is now ageing, and the first set of panels is approaching the end of their operational life. This has led to projections by...
Optimism Soars: 69% of Ireland anticipates the newly launched DRS to boost recycling efforts in the region
After the recent launch of the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) in the Republic of Ireland, a new study conducted by recycling non-profit organisation Every Can Counts has unveiled that nearly 29 per cent of individuals in Ireland need more confidence in understanding how to utilise the program...
China's aluminium industry spearheads green transition for a cleaner tomorrow
The ongoing trend in China is aligned with the global industry-wide push for carbon reduction. It signifies the Chinese aluminium industry's commitment to meeting the country's carbon reduction mandates for high-energy-consuming sectors. Renewable energy-sourced aluminium encompasses liquid and...
Rheinmetall secures a breakthrough deal for innovative heat pump solutions in hydrogen-powered trucks
The German automotive and arms manufacturer Rheinmetall's thriving thermal management division is expanding further, marking a significant milestone by introducing an inventive plug-and-play heat pump solution to be integrated into a hydrogen-powered truck for the first time. The thermal module,...
Middle East's aluminium revolution: Sustainability takes centre stage
The Middle East is transitioning significantly towards a more sustainable aluminium industry, propelled by both environmental concerns and economic imperatives. With abundant energy resources and a growing awareness of the importance of environmental stewardship, countries in the region are...
Hydro to build a new aluminium recycling plant at EUR 180 million in Torija, Spain
Norsk Hydro, a leading aluminium and energy company, is reportedly investing EUR 180 million in constructing a new state-of-the-art aluminium recycling plant in Torija, Spain, in a bid to increase its low-carbon aluminium offerings in Europe and pave the path to green transition. The new recycling...
MRAI's 11th IMRC 2024: Day 2 – Dialogues from the “Non-Ferrous Metals Demand & Outlook” session
Day two at MRAI's 11th IMRC 2024 Convention & Exposition in Kolkata was even more intriguing as the first half began with the "Circular Economy ZoneTheme Park" inauguration. This interactive playground promoted the cause of recycling used objects, and it was inspirational to see MRAI indulging...
Vedanta intends to adopt biofuel as an energy source for carbon footprint reduction: CEO
On winning the first position in the prestigious S&P Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) rakings, Vedanta Aluminium, a business of Vedanta Limited, said that their commitment towards increasing resource efficiency, using more renewables in the energy mix and converting waste into wealth is...
S&P Global CSA 2023: Vedanta Aluminium earns no.1 position as the world leader in sustainable aluminium production
Vedanta Aluminium, the largest aluminium producer in India, proudly announces its top-ranking position in the prestigious S&P Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) rankings for the aluminium industry during the 2023 assessment period. This significant achievement reaffirms Vedanta Aluminium as...
Virtual insights, real impact: Join the conversation on Future-Facing Commodities Forum 2024
According to market predictions, most forward-looking commodities markets experienced declining profit margins in 2023. Navigating the uncertainty The tightening of global monetary policies has exerted pressure on the demand for metals, and the widespread supply chain disruptions experienced in...
Yunnan Yongshun Aluminium successfully launches the 6MW photovoltaic DC connection
Yunnan Yongshun Aluminium Company successfully launched the 6MW photovoltaic DC connection to power its much-awaited electrolytic aluminium project following the deactivation of vacuum contactors in prefabricated compartments for photovoltaic 1 and 2 DC power routers. This pioneering project...
