Aluminium

Why aluminium?

Aluminium is the thread that connects the entire Group.

But why aluminium?

This noble and infinitely recyclable metal stands out for its lightness, excellent conductivity of heat, electricity, and sound In addition to its hardness, impact resistance, and corrosion resistance, which varies on the elements it bonds with. Non-magnetic and durable, aluminium symbolizes circularity: recyclable without losing its essential properties, it is a “permanent material” that can be used and reused endlessly, remaining intact and ready for new applications.

Aluminium is extracted from bauxite (primary aluminium), a mineral found in the Earth’s crust. However, the extraction process is highly energy intensive and has significant environmental impacts, including consumption of natural resources, greenhouse gas emissions, and the production of red sludge, a highly alkaline by-product that is difficult to dispose of. In contrast, the entire FECS Group has chosen to produce aluminium from recycled scrap (secondary aluminium) thus helping to reduce environmental impact and promote a circular economy model.

Today, 75% of all the aluminium ever produced in the world is still in use.

Towards a more sustainable future

Our commitment to the use of recycled aluminium not only reduces environmental impact, but also contributes to a true circular economy.

Through a virtuous process of recovery and reuse, the Group is dedicated to closing the aluminium production cycle, minimizing the need for bauxite extraction and significantly reducing energy consumption and CO₂ emissions. In this way, we not only obtain a higher quality material but also support a more sustainable future for generations to come.

The benefits of aluminium

Energy savings

Recycling aluminium requires 95% less energy compared to producing aluminium from raw ore.

CO₂ emissions reduction

Significant decrease in greenhouse gas emissions — up to 90% less than primary production.

Versatility and quality

Recycled aluminium maintains the same properties and quality as primary aluminium, making it ideal for a wide range of applications.

Resource sustainability

Recycling helps to reduce pressure on bauxite mining, preserving natural resources.

Infinitely recyclable

Aluminium is an extraordinary material: it can be recycled endlessly without losing its original properties

Solid waste reduction

As a fully recyclable material, aluminium contributes to a 99% reduction in the volume of waste generated

Responsible production

ESG factors

The production of aluminium from bauxite requires 13 kWh/kg of energy. By using recycled aluminium, it is possible to reduce this energy cost by 95%, cutting CO₂ emissions by 2,000 kg per ton produced and cutting waste by 99% through scrap upgrading. Italy, a leader in Europe, recycles more than 927,000 tons of scrap, 18% of which comes from our Industrial Group.

The ESG factors – environmental, social, and governance – are a fundamental pillar for creating sustainable value. Since 2015, with the Global Agenda for Sustainable Development, the United Nations has set 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to be achieved by 2030.

FECS Group has identified 6 priority SDGs, to which it actively contributes through daily strategic decisions.