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Low‑Carbon Aluminium via Hydro Aluminium Metal

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Reducing carbon footprint in aluminium production

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Norsk Hydro ASA

Company Established Year

Since 1905

Who is this solution for

Govt, Business

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Available

To sell

Project Status

In commerce

Looking to expand internationally

Yes

Doing business in

worldwide

Awards and certifications

Inclusion in CDP “A List”

2022

Recognized for strong climate change leadership, emission reductions, and renewable energy use.

ISO Certifications – ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 50001 (Norway)

2024

Certification reflects Hydro’s robust quality, environmental, energy, and health & safety management systems.

Inaugural European Green Bond

2025

Issued to finance green projects aligned with Hydro’s sustainable and low-carbon strategy.

Product description

Hydro’s Low-Carbon Aluminium solution integrates renewable energy and recycling to reduce the carbon footprint of aluminium metal products. Produced at facilities powered by hydropower and supplemented with wind and solar generation, this aluminium is available in both primary and recycled forms. Through its Hydro Aluminium Metal and Hydro Extrusions divisions, the company offers certified low-carbon and recycled aluminium solutions suitable for industries such as automotive, packaging, construction, and consumer electronics. Hydro also employs advanced digital tracking systems to document energy sources and CO₂ emissions, enabling transparent customer claims. Supported by Hydro’s strategic investments in carbon reduction and circular economy, the solution meets growing market demand for sustainable materials in global supply chains. By supplying low-carbon aluminium, Hydro empowers manufacturers and brand owners to achieve climate targets while supporting a circular, resource-efficient future.

Key characteristics and environmental benefits

  • Integration of renewable energy and recycling
  • Production at hydropower facilities supplemented with wind and solar generation
  • Offering certified low-carbon and recycled aluminium solutions
  • Advanced digital tracking systems for transparent documentation of energy sources and CO₂ emissions
  • Strategic investments in carbon reduction and circular economy
  • Empowering manufacturers and brand owners to achieve climate targets

About the Company

Norsk Hydro ASA is a Norwegian international aluminium and renewable energy company founded in 1905. It operates across the full aluminium value chain—from bauxite and alumina to metal, extrusions, recycling, and renewable energy—and is fast becoming a green industry leader. With about 32,000 employees in over 140 locations across 42 countries, Hydro integrates renewable energy into its operations, especially in aluminium smelters, by using hydropower, solar, and wind generation. Its strategy, Hydro 2030, focuses on accelerating the green aluminium transition through low-carbon and recycled products powered by sustainable energy. Under the leadership of Eivind Kallevik, Hydro continues to expand its renewable energy footprint, enhance recycling, and develop circular business models, aiming for climate-positive solutions. The company plays a key role in decarbonizing heavy industry and building more resilient, sustainable economies.

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