Hindalco Industries
Hindalco Industries Limited, a flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, is a leading player in the aluminium and copper manufacturing sectors. Headquartered in Mumbai, India, Hindalco operates extensively across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1962, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of Novelis Inc., which has bolstered its position in the global market. Specialising in aluminium products, copper products, and value-added services, Hindalco is renowned for its innovative solutions and sustainable practices. Its core offerings include rolled products, extrusions, and foils, which are distinguished by their quality and versatility. As a prominent entity in the metals industry, Hindalco has consistently been recognised for its operational excellence and commitment to sustainability, solidifying its market leadership.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
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Hindalco Industries's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hindalco Industries, headquartered in India, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,560,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes 24,830,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 790,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 15,010,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting across all scopes. Hindalco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050, as part of their long-term strategy. They are actively engaged with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to align their reduction targets with global climate goals. The company has committed to reducing emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to tackling climate change. In recent years, Hindalco has shown a focus on improving their emissions intensity, particularly in their aluminium and copper production processes. For instance, in 2022, the GHG emissions intensity for aluminium was reported at approximately 19,660 kg CO2e per tonne, while for copper, it was about 2,620 kg CO2e per tonne. Overall, Hindalco Industries is taking significant steps towards reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global sustainability efforts, with a clear roadmap towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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| 2011 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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