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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Hydro Energi to source renewable power from Fortum for secured low-carbon aluminium production
Hydro Energi AS, a core part of Norsk Hydro, has reportedly inked a long-term power purchase contract with Fortum, a Nordic energy company. As per the agreement, the latter will supply 0.44 TWh per year of energy to Hydro’s Norwegian aluminium plants, with effect from 2024. It is a 13-year contract...
Surging demand for low-carbon aluminium defies consumption forecasts: Hydro
The chief executive officer of the Norwegian aluminium giant conveyed to one of the most recognised international news agencies that Hydro anticipates a rapid increase in demand for its low-carbon aluminium in the coming years. Furthermore, Hilde Merete Aasheim, the CEO, noted that US customers are...
Epsilon Group acquires Johnson Matthey’s LFP cathode technology centre in Germany
Epsilon Group, headquarters in Mumbai-India, supplies coal tar derivatives to key industries such as aluminium, graphite, carbon black, and speciality chemicals and is a manufacturer of battery material solutions, producing high-calibre, innovative, and environmentally conscious lithium-ion battery...
Princess Cruises reinvents sustainability on water with impeccable recycling technologies onboard
Princess Cruises, a subsidiary of Florida-based Carnival Corporation, is vehemently advocating the cause for sustainable development. The company's motto has inspired it to introduce various green initiatives along its flagship watercraft. Proper recycling practices help create a circular economy...
Key highlights from the global aluminium industry, September 2023
In September 2023, the aluminium industry witnessed increased demand and supply, leading to marginal price growth on the London Metal Exchange (LME) and the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE). The production in the Chinese aluminium industry has shown positivity in the month, and our forecast remains...
Green energy initiative: Adani Group decides to construct a 10GW solar manufacturing unit by 2027
Adani Group, already one of the world's largest solar power producers, announced the expansion of its solar manufacturing business to meet the growing demand for solar panels in India and worldwide. Aluminium is preferred for making solar panels due to its lightweight properties and tensile...
Researchers develop low-cost aluminium formate (ALF) capable of hydrogen storage at non-cryogenic temperatures
According to the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies, the hydrogen industry faces challenges related to limited investments and an uncertain profit model. They recommend a strategic focus on hydrogen storage solutions to address these issues. Their proposal suggests that large-scale storage...
Indus Towers partners with IOC Phinergy to deploy aluminium-air technology zero-emission energy systems
India's largest mobile tower installation company, Indus Towers, has signed an agreement with IOC Phinergy (IOP) to deploy 300 zero-emission energy systems to cut diesel consumption at Indus' telecom tower sites. According to the company's statement, Indus Towers will accelerate its sustainability...
Sustainability weekly: CMI invests to include robots in MRFs removing 1 million aluminium cans from landfills each year
As the world moves towards a greener future, sustainable drives are increasing by the passing hour. The Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) has recently implemented a financing model to support a robot at one of its material recovery facilities (MRF) located in California, owned by Caglia...
Qinghai Aluminium’s graphitised cathode project seamlessly transits through the energy-saving review
In an effort to promote energy efficiency and conservation, Qinghai Aluminium recently invited energy management experts from Qinghai Renewable Energy Research Institute, Qinghai Chemical Design and Research Institute, and Qinghai University to conduct an energy-saving acceptance review of their...
India’s requirement for aluminium intensifies amidst global economic crisis and dismay
India is the only country that stands out from the rest of the world regarding aluminium production and consumption amidst a down market projecting a slow recovery in 2023. The government's strong emphasis on new infrastructure, particularly green energy, drives domestic consumption and overall...
Alspec takes a monumental leap with its newly launched GreenCore® Aluminium, promoting sustainability
Alspec is pleased to announce a significant step in decreasing carbon intensity in aluminium production through its newly branded GreenCore® Aluminium, in line with worldwide trends towards sustainability and responsible resource management. This effort demonstrates Alspec's commitment to reduce...
Taha's partnership with Ta'ziz upholds sustainability, promoting its aluminium by-products internationally
Taha International Company for Industrial Services has agreed to market Taha's processed aluminium by-products in both the Gulf and international markets through Ta'ziz Trading and Consulting Company. Furthermore, the collaboration strives to improve environmentally sustainable practises and...
Aluminium consumption in Brazil witnesses an 11.5% rise in power sector and 7% growth in construction
Brazilian Aluminum Association (ABAL) has revealed that aluminium consumption has improved across Brazil, driven by various industrial sectors. According to the survey, aluminium consumption in the Brazilian electricity sector grew significantly by 11.5 per cent during the first half of 2023,...
Hydro’s latest PPA with Alpiq to produce aluminium in Norway with 75% less carbon footprint
Hydro Energi has entered into a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Alpiq, involving the comprehensive supply of 1.18 terawatt-hours (TWh) of energy for the duration spanning from 2024 to 2032. The Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) will be incorporated into Hydro's power portfolio in Norway,...
AL Circle launches an updated version of the report, 'Global Aluminium Industry – Key Trends to 2030’
Global aluminium business has witnessed significant changes over the past few years due to COVID mayhem, political instability, geopolitical crisis, surge in energy prices, worldwide economic slowdown, and rapid advancements. These include bauxite exploration in new countries and mines, a digital...
Aluminium smelters must invest in costly technologies to reduce carbon anode emissions: Rain Carbon
The world leader and innovator in producing raw materials critical to users of carbon products worldwide, including the aluminium sector, stated that the aluminium smelters could only meet their emissions targets with costly technological measures to deal with carbon anode emissions. Governments...
Cradlepoint promotes sustainability with its newly launched Wideband Adapter featuring aluminium housing
Cradlepoint, a Boise, Idaho-based technology company, has released a new outdoor Cradlepoint W1855-5GC Wideband Adapter. The W1855, which joins Cradlepoint's 5G portfolio, is intended to help organisations future-proof connectivity investments as they embrace Standalone (SA) 5G networks and commit...
