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.
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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 company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions, with a strategic goal of achieving a 30% reduction by 2035 and reaching net zero emissions by 2060. In 2022, Alba's total emissions were 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. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions from the previous year, where 2021 emissions were reported at approximately 12,503,800,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions significantly higher at about 12,364,993,000 kg CO2e. Alba's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and the company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions. The firm is actively working towards its long-term climate commitments, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction.
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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.
