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Fluorides

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The emissions of tetrafluoromethane (CF4) and hexafluoroethane (C2F6) from upsets in the electrochemical reduction of alumina to aluminium. Gaseous fluoride and particulate fluoride arise from the recycling of spent anode materials (“anode butts”) recovered from the electrolysis processes and molten bath.

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Aquatic Fluoride Toxicity – Phase 1: Literature and Regulatory Framework Review

The Final Report and Summary Presentation of Phase 1 of the Aquatic Fluoride Toxicity project. This material is based on work supported by the International Aluminium Institute, Alcoa Corporation, and EHS Support. Phase 1 of the Aquatic Fluoride Toxicity project found that existing aquatic fluoride criteria is too conservative and ...

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2020
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IAI Statistical Survey Forms – Energy and Anode Effect (PFCs)

Used to collect global perfluorocarbon (PFC) data. The outcome of this data collection is published annually in the Anode Effect Survey Report which details the sector’s global PFC emissions.

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2018
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