Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), headquartered in the United Arab Emirates (AE), stands as a leader in the aluminium industry, renowned for its innovative approach and sustainable practices. Founded in 2013 through the merger of Dubai Aluminium (DUBAL) and Emirates Aluminium (EMAL), EGA has rapidly established itself as one of the largest aluminium producers in the world, with significant operations in the Middle East. EGA's core business areas include the production of high-quality aluminium products, such as primary aluminium and value-added products, which are distinguished by their exceptional quality and sustainability. The company is committed to reducing its carbon footprint, making it a pioneer in environmentally responsible aluminium production. With a strong market position and notable achievements, EGA continues to drive advancements in the aluminium sector, contributing to the UAE's economic growth and global competitiveness.
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In 2023, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 21,412,603,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects the company's direct emissions from its operations. In comparison, the previous year, 2022, EGA's Scope 1 emissions were about 21,120,167,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase. EGA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This target is part of a broader strategy to achieve near-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by the middle of the decade. In 2022, the company also reported Scope 3 emissions, which included approximately 7,147,752,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, and other upstream activities. The GHG emissions intensity for EGA's metal production was reported at 8,120 kg CO2e per tonne, while the PFC emissions intensity was noted at 92 kg CO2e per tonne. These metrics highlight EGA's ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce its carbon footprint in the aluminium production sector. EGA's climate initiatives are not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these commitments and data are independently reported. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its environmental impact as part of its operational strategy.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 20,928,880,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 227,656,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Emirates Global Aluminium is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.