Energy consumption and production processes throughout the aluminium life cycle are key factors in its carbon footprint. The efficient use of energy and resources, the promotion of recycling, and a circular production approach all help to reduce the environmental impact.
Every production process leaves a trace.
Reducing the environmental impact of production processes is crucial for a sustainable future. The carbon footprint refers to greenhouse gas emissions arising from processes such as production, energy use, logistics and recycling.
To achieve a lower carbon footprint:
- Energy and resource efficiency
- More efficient production processes
- Recycling and the circular economy
- Improvements to logistics processes
- Continuous improvement and environmental awareness
One of aluminium’s key advantages is that it is recyclable. The production of recycled aluminium requires significantly less energy than the production of primary aluminium.
Fewer resources, less energy, a more sustainable future.