Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) is a leading aluminium smelter headquartered in Bahrain (BH), renowned for its significant contributions to the global aluminium industry. Founded in 1971, Alba has established itself as one of the largest and most efficient aluminium producers in the world, with a strong operational presence in the Middle East and beyond. Specialising in the production of high-quality aluminium products, Alba's core offerings include primary aluminium and value-added products, which are distinguished by their exceptional purity and performance. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the commissioning of its Line 6 expansion, which has further solidified its market position. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Aluminium Bahrain continues to set industry standards, making it a key player in the global aluminium market.
How does Aluminium Bahrain's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Aluminium Bahrain's score of 22 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,703,398,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 495,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 1,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, resulting in a combined total of 1,495,000 kg CO2e for both scopes. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of about 12,290,636,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 500,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 1,100,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in overall emissions year-on-year. Alba has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 and achieving net zero emissions by 2060. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, reflecting a long-term strategy to mitigate climate impact. The company is currently not disclosing any Scope 3 emissions data. Aluminium Bahrain's emissions data is independently reported and not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring transparency in their climate performance. The company continues to focus on sustainability initiatives as part of its operational strategy.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,814,093,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 22,232,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Aluminium Bahrain has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

