More than 75% of the aluminium ever produced is still in use today (Source: IAI). The reason is simple: its astounding recyclability. Constellium is committed to preserving our natural resources and wholeheartedly promotes aluminium recycling as part of our industrial strategies.
Aluminium is 100% recyclable. If collected properly, it can be reused infinitely without deteriorating in quality. This is true whether it is virgin, scrapped, or recycled. Recycled aluminium can therefore substitute for primary aluminium when processed appropriately.
Constellium has unique expertise in aluminium recycling across all our business activities, and we work in close partnership with customers to support their sustainability objectives.
The benefits of aluminium recycling are multifold.
Re-melting used aluminium requires only 5% of the energy needed to produce the primary product
Industries, governments and consumers are increasingly aware of global sustainability concerns. In this context, used aluminium is taking on renewed importance. This is due to a number of factors.
The figures speak for themselves: the collection rate of aluminium Used Beverage Cans in Western Europe practically tripled from 21% in 1991 to 63% in 2008. Aluminium recycling in European buildings reaches 85%, and 95% of aluminium is recycled in the transportation industry. In Northern Europe, up to 92% of the aluminium from used beverage cans is recycled, along with 95% of aluminium from cars, and 98% from buildings (Source EAA).
Recycled aluminium accounted for 40% of Europe’s total supply in 2008.
All News
Share
Print
