Emirates Global Aluminium
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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Emirates Global Aluminium's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 21,412,603,000 kg CO2e in the United Arab Emirates (AE). This figure represents a slight increase from 2022, when the Scope 1 emissions were about 21,120,167,000 kg CO2e. EGA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has pledged to achieve a similar 30% reduction in its Scope 2 emissions by the same year. EGA's emissions intensity for aluminium smelting is reported at about 8,120 kg CO2e per tonne, while the perfluorocarbon (PFC) emissions intensity stands at approximately 92 kg CO2e per tonne. These metrics highlight the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its greenhouse gas emissions effectively. EGA's climate commitments are not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these targets are independently set by the company. The focus on reducing emissions aligns with industry standards and reflects EGA's dedication to sustainability in the aluminium sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
