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GHG Emissions Data for the Aluminium Sector (2005-2019)

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2021

This dataset has been updated – for the latest greenhouse gas emissions data – please go to IAI Statistics here.

This excel workbook includes International Aluminium Institute datasets for primary ingot – based on global reporters across the aluminium industry, including recycled ingot based on data from European Aluminium and The Aluminum Association in the US, and semis fabricated products. The data, which spans from 2005 – 2019, covers all processes from mining to recycling and all ancillary processes including transport and electricity production.

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GHG Emissions Data aluminium sector - June 1 2021

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