Aluminium

Guidance for the aluminium sector

Why take action?

The aluminium sector has an important role to play in the transition to a net-zero economy. According to the International Aluminium Institute (IAI), the aluminum sector contributes more than 1 gigatonne of carbon dioxide equivalent (Gt CO2e) to annual global GHG emissions (roughly 2% of total anthropogenic emissions globally), and demand is rising.

How to set a target

Aluminium companies can already set science-based targets (SBTs) by following our step-by-step process.

Yet, companies in the sector face a number of challenges in setting SBTs.

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is working on a project with the International Aluminium Institute (IAI) to identify barriers and opportunities for science-based target setting, as well as options for next-generation resources. The project will use a Sectoral Decarbonization Approach (SDA) and is looking at possible alternatives to the International Energy Agency (IEA) pathway.

We need aluminium companies on board, committed to sustainability and creating a climate-secure world. If you’re looking to become an industry leader in the fight against climate change, get in touch.

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If your sector is not listed here, you can still set a science-based target using our methods and resources. Consult the step-by-step guide to get started.

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