EU aluminium industry
The European Aluminium Association (EAA), headquartered in Belgium, represents the interests of the aluminium industry across Europe. Founded in 1981, the EAA has played a pivotal role in promoting sustainable practices and innovation within the sector. The association focuses on key business areas such as recycling, production, and the application of aluminium in various industries, including automotive, construction, and packaging. With a commitment to advancing the aluminium value chain, the EAA champions initiatives that enhance the material's unique properties, such as lightweight strength and recyclability. The association has achieved notable milestones in advocating for policies that support the industry's growth and sustainability. As a leading voice in the European aluminium landscape, the EAA continues to influence market trends and drive advancements in technology and environmental stewardship.
DitchCarbon Score
How does EU aluminium industry'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
EU aluminium industry's score of 13 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
EU aluminium industry's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, the EU aluminium industry reported carbon emissions of approximately 26,553,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 37,624,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a slight decrease in emissions compared to 2021, where Scope 1 emissions were around 33,301,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 42,665,000 kg CO2e. The industry's emissions intensity per tonne of aluminium produced was about 911 kg CO2e in 2022, down from 860 kg CO2e in 2021. The data indicates a trend of fluctuating emissions over the years, with total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions peaking in 2021. However, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented for the EU aluminium industry, suggesting a need for more structured commitments to address climate change effectively. The industry continues to face challenges in reducing its overall carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which were not detailed in the latest data. Overall, while the EU aluminium sector has made some progress in reducing emissions, the absence of formal reduction targets highlights the importance of establishing clear climate commitments to drive further improvements.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 24,553,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 35,966,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
EU aluminium industry is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
