Norðurál's Environmental Policy
Norðurál emphasizes that its operations are conducted in harmony with the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact as well as promoting the responsible use of energy and raw materials. Norðurál promotes increased environmental awareness and staff participation in reforms. Norðurál meets the requirements in operating licenses, laws and regulations on environmental issues.
Our environmental goals:
– Minimizing emission
– Employees know the environmental impact of the operation
– Responsible recycling and disposal.
Norðurál’s environmental management system is certified by the international ISO 14001 standard.
The best researched area of the country
Hvalfjörður is one of Iceland’s best researched areas. Independent research and monitoring of more than 100 different environmental factors.
Norðurál´s Sustainability Report
Norðurál produces aluminum with one of the smallest carbon footprints in the world. Our goal is for our production to be fully carbon neutral. Further information about our goals is to be found in our CSR report for the year 2022.
Green Accounting
Norðurál keeps and publishes its Green Accounting, covering all aspects of its operations. The full report is published annually and delivered to the Environment Agency of Iceland in accordance with law and regulations.
40% reduction of emission and waste by 2030
Norðurál has set ambitious targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and waste from sources outside the EU Emissions Trading System by 40% by 2030, compared to 2015.