The 2022 data shows that the early uptake of CoC Certification at the bauxite mining and alumina refining stages created a stable supply of materials reaching aluminium smelters year-on-year. The flows of ASI Aluminium from smelters and re-melters down to final products have increased.
In 2022, ASI Chain of Custody (CoC) Material flows covered:
17% of total global bauxite and alumina supply,
10% of primary aluminium,
2% of semi-fabricated products, and
3% of pre- and post-consumer scrap.
ASI Aluminium was in 2% of the aluminium in finished goods. At the beginning of the aluminium value chain, one-quarter of global mined bauxite production has been covered by both ASI Performance and Chain of Custody certification during 2022.
First ASI Responsible Aluminium Sourcing logo on a beverage can
ASI Members, Ball Corporation and Cervejaria Masterpiece have collaborated to introduce the first-ever ASI on-product logo on a beverage can in the design of their newly released wine product.
This is the first can featuring ASI’s Responsible Aluminium Sourcing logo, a milestone for the can-making sector that represents the tangible outcome of responsible sourcing under ASI Standards.
Workshop report: Critical Minerals and Indigenous Peoples
Climate, nature and human rights issues are colliding in the energy transitions efforts that are underway. A recent workshop brought together 35 First Nations, industry, government, academia and initiative representatives to discuss the challenges and imperatives for a just transition.
The workshop aimed to challenge established notions, highlighting that the global energy transition isn't evenly global and increased mining isn't universally necessary. One thing seems clear, however: there will be more mining in some places, primarily Indigenous Peoples’ lands.
At the workshop, ASI shared its various engagement activities with Indigenous Peoples as rights-holders. Indigenous communities may or may not want to see mining on their lands, but in all cases want to see engagement processes being appropriately resourced, their own knowledge taken into account, and the principles and practices of Free Prior Informed Consent (FPIC) genuinely implemented.
Progress update: Development of a method for determination of 1.5 degree aligned GHG emissions pathways for ASI Entities
The ASI Climate Change Working Group is on course to deliver a draft method to the ASI Standards Committee in September 2023, for review and decision on recommending it to the ASI Board for “ASI endorsement” in Q4.
For the past six months the Working Group has been developing a method that ASI Entities can use to define GHG Emissions Reduction Pathways, consistent with a 1.5ºC warming scenario, for potential endorsement by the ASI Board in Q4 2023. This method is required to demonstrate conformance with ASI Performance Standard V3 Criterion 5.3, to set emissions reduction targets and to disclose performance. No such method currently exists for all ASI certifying member classes and their supply chain activities.
A draft Microsoft Excel workbook is available that enables Members to input their own Entity data in order to test and provide feedback on the draft method, as well as on the tool’s functionality.
August special communications focus: ASI Celebrates the UN International Day for the World's Indigenous Peoples
Inspired by the UN’s International Day for the World's Indigenous Peoples on August 9, ASI planned a month of highlights of its work with Indigenous and local communities in collaboration with IPAF (Indigenous Peoples Advisory Forum). Throughout August, ASI hosted online events and published content to showcase the outcomes and ongoing projects in this space.
The focus month featured a 45 Minutes on… webinar featuring Mark Annandale (IPAF Advisor), that provides an overview of IPAF's work, recent outcomes, ongoing projects, and a glimpse of what's coming up in the month ahead. Later in the month, a 45 Minutes on webinar... with Dr Penda Diallo (ASI Qualitative Research Manager) focused on the outcomes of a research project in Guinea: “Understanding the perception of local and rural communities in bauxite mining regions in Guinea”. The session also featured Mark Annandale (IPAF Advisor), Houdy Bah (IPAF Representative) and Mamadou Billo Bah (Community of Hamdalaye Representative) who provided insights into the research findings and feedback from communities.
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ASI CERTIFICATION NEWS
In August, ASI Members achieved 7 new certifications, with several more in the announcement pipeline.
ALUMAN S.A. has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for its facility in Oinofyta, Greece and its headquarters in Athens, Greece. Consult the media release.
The Cookware Company Ltd has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for the production of cookware at its facility located in Jiangmen, China. Consult the media release.
Ardagh Metal Packaging has achieved ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification with a focus on Material Stewardship at its facilities in Manaus and Sao Paulo, Brazil. Consult the media release.
Alcomet AD has achieved ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification for its production facilities located in Shumen, Bulgaria. Consult the media release.
GZ Industries Limited has achieved ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification for the manufacturing of aluminium beverage cans for the food and beverage industry at its facilities in Aba and Agbara, Nigeria and Wadeville, South Africa. Consult the media release.
Yinbang Clad Material Co., Ltd. has achieved ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification for its manufacturing facility in Wuxi, China. Consult the media release.
Dadco Alumina and Chemicals Limited has achieved ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification for its Aluminium Oxid Stade (AOS) refinery, port and administrative facilities, storage areas and landfill in Stade, Germany. Consult the media release.
In August, ASI welcomed four new Production & Transformation members and two new General Supporter members, bringing the total number of ASI members to 310.
Read more about our new members below, and for more information about ASI membership, please visit the Join ASI page on our website!
Alu Menziken Group
Alu Menziken is a technological partner for high-quality extrusion press products and complex assemblies that meet the highest standards in terms of alloy properties, tolerances and surfaces. With comprehensive engineering proficiency and customer-oriented add-on services... Read more.
As a member of the Montana Aerospace AG, a publicly listed conglomerate of companies, and as responsible partner in our respective communities, our organization strives to improve our environmental impact significantly.
Our goal is to reduce especially our carbon footprint, as the industry we are working in is requiring large amounts of energy.
As supplier for the aerospace and automotive industries we are keen to meet and exceed our customer’s expectations for a sustainable future.
– Andreas Behrendt, Head of Quality Alu Menziken Romania ESG Responsible Alu Menziken Group
Find more information on Alu Menziken Group on their ASI Member page in the Production and Transformation Class.
Guangdong Golden Aluminum Co., Ltd.
Guangdong Golden Aluminum Co., Ltd. was established in 1999. It is a comprehensive enterprise that integrates research and development, production, sales, and services in the deep processing industries of aluminium alloy ingot, molds, extrusion, surface coating, high-quality construction aluminium profiles, industrial aluminium profiles, doors... Read more.
Guangdong Golden Aluminum Co., Ltd. voluntarily joined the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative organization, fully practicing the concept of green and sustainable development, actively promoting energy conservation and consumption reduction, protecting the ecological environment, creating value for global customers, creating benefits for enterprises, taking responsibility for society, and making contributions to the progress and development of humanity and society.
– Gao Zhenzhong, General Manager, Guangdong Golden Aluminum Co., Ltd.
CarbonChain provides end-to-end visibility into the carbon footprint of aluminium supply chains. Its AI-powered carbon accounting platform enables manufacturers, traders and their banks to measure, report and lower their emissions, so they can retain market share and prepare for new and changing regulations. With available data on over 80% of global emissions, CarbonChain’s software allows companies to track the emissions of every product, supplier, or trade...Read more.
To create a net-zero global supply chain, every actor in the aluminium value chain needs to come together. As a member of ASI, we can collaboratively strengthen carbon accounting practices and standards in the industry, to drive transparency and decarbonization at scale.
– Adam Hearne, CEO
Find more information on CarbonChain.io Limited on their ASI Member page in the General Supporters Class.
CROMOGENIA UNITS, S.A.
Cromogenia Units S.A. is a company founded in 1942 commited to the development and manufacturing of a wide range of chemical specialties for many different industries around the globe. These 80 years of experience have led the company to reach clients in the five continents and to manufacture in several plants located in different countries: Spain, Argentina, Mexico, Brasil, India and China. Cromogenia Units also has sales subsidiaries in Portugal, Italy, Turkey, Argentina...Read more.
Our decision to join ASI reflects our firm dedication to sustainability and responsible practices within the aluminium manufacturing industry. By aligning with ASI’s rigorous standards, we aim to promote environmental and social responsibility throughout the aluminium value chain, driving positive change and contributing to a more sustainable future.
– Ricardo Micó, Global Manager Leather Chemical Business Area
Find more information on CROMOGENIA UNITS, S.A. on their ASI Member page in the General Supporters Class.
IKD Co., Ltd.
IKD Co., Ltd. was established in 2003 and is headquartered in Ningbo, China. IKD is mainly engaged in the research, development, production and sales of aluminium alloy precision die-casting parts for automobiles, mainly produced by die-casting and precision machining processes. IKD is committed to continuous innovation in research and...Read more.
As a social entity, IKD would like to take on the responsibility and obligation to contribute to sustainable development. We hope to join the ASI and work with all ASI members to promote energy saving and green development.
– Nengzhong Yang, Director
Find more information on IKD Co., Ltd. on their ASI Member page in the Production and Transformation Class.
Kunshan Chaoqun Metal Products Co., Ltd
Kunshan Chaoqun Metal Products Co., Ltd. is located in Zhangpu Town, Kunshan City, between Shanghai and Suzhou, one of the important cities and towns in the Yangtze Delta that are open to the outside world. The company covers an area of 42000 square meters and a building area of 25000 square meters. It was invested and...Read more.
Kunshan Chaoqun Metal Products Co., Ltd., as a manufacturer of aluminum alloy ingots and bars, is honored to join ASI. We will spare no effort to respect and implement ASI standards, firmly implement brand strategy, improve customer service with integrity and pragmatism, strive for excellence to improve product quality, and continuously innovate to expand market share for sustainable development.
ASI Secretariat members regularly participate at events with in-person or virtual presentations. Additional details on dates, times, content and how to join the sessions are published on our events page as soon as they are available.
International Aerospace Environment Group (IEAG) - F2F Fall 2023, October 2-5, London. Fiona Solomon (CEO) & Chris Bayliss (Director of Standards) will be presenting at multiple sessions.
Inspired by the 
ALUMAN S.A. has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for its facility in Oinofyta, Greece and its headquarters in Athens, Greece. 
Ardagh Metal Packaging has achieved ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification with a focus on Material Stewardship at its facilities in Manaus and Sao Paulo, Brazil. 
Alu Menziken is a technological partner for high-quality extrusion press products and complex assemblies that meet the highest standards in terms of alloy properties, tolerances and surfaces. With comprehensive engineering proficiency and customer-oriented add-on services... 
Guangdong Golden Aluminum Co., Ltd. was established in 1999. It is a comprehensive enterprise that integrates research and development, production, sales, and services in the deep processing industries of aluminium alloy ingot, molds, extrusion, surface coating, high-quality construction aluminium profiles, industrial aluminium profiles, doors... 
CarbonChain provides end-to-end visibility into the carbon footprint of aluminium supply chains. Its AI-powered carbon accounting platform enables manufacturers, traders and their banks to measure, report and lower their emissions, so they can retain market share and prepare for new and changing regulations. With available data on over 80% of global emissions, CarbonChain’s software allows companies to track the emissions of every product, supplier, or trade
