Aluminium Stewardship
Initiative (ASI) Chain of Custody (CoC) certification ensures every stage of
aluminium production adheres to the highest ESG standards
Vedanta Aluminium, India’s
largest aluminium producer, has achieved a global milestone by delivering its
first-ever Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Chain of Custody
(CoC)-certified aluminium shipment to Capral Aluminium, Australia’s largest
extruder and distributor of aluminium products. This landmark supply reinforces
Vedanta’s commitment to responsible production and marks a significant step in
strengthening global sustainable aluminium value chains.
Vedanta Aluminium had
achieved ASI CoC certification in late 2024, following two years of active
engagement to align its sustainability initiatives with ASI’s rigorous
standards. ASI CoC certification ensures that every stage of aluminium
production adheres to the highest environmental, social, and governance (ESG)
standards, from responsible sourcing of raw materials to ethical and
energy-efficient manufacturing. As demand for sustainable materials continues
to grow worldwide, Vedanta Aluminium’s ASI-certified metal is poised to enable
industries to make environmentally responsible choices.
Speaking about this
achievement, Alok Ranjan, Chief
Marketing Officer, Vedanta Aluminium, said: “Sustainability is at the heart
of Vedanta Aluminium’s business philosophy, and achieving ASI CoC certification
represents a defining moment in our journey towards responsible aluminium
production. We are proud to supply Capral Aluminium with our ASI-certified
material, reinforcing our shared vision for a greener, more transparent
aluminium industry. This milestone highlights our ability to cater to the
evolving ESG priorities of global markets and positions Vedanta Aluminium as a
preferred supplier of responsibly produced aluminium.”
Luke
Hawkins, General Manager of Industrial and Supply Chain at Capral Aluminium,
commented: “Vedanta Aluminium has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to
sustainability by achieving ASI CoC certification. This partnership enables us
to strengthen our supply of responsibly sourced aluminium, supporting the
Australian manufacturing sector in making more sustainable material choices. As
the demand for low-carbon aluminium continues to grow, collaborations like ours
with Vedanta play a crucial role in shaping the future of responsible aluminium
sourcing.”
Vedanta Aluminium’s
certification aligns with its broader commitment to decarbonization and
sustainable manufacturing. The company has also pioneered Restora, one of the world’s lowest-carbon primary aluminium brands,
and Restora Ultra, a near-zero
carbon aluminium product, offering innovative solutions for industries striving
to reduce their carbon footprints.
Vedanta Aluminium, a
business of Vedanta Limited, is India's largest producer of aluminium,
manufacturing more than half of India's aluminium i.e., 2.42 million tonnes in
FY25. It is a leader in value-added aluminium products that find critical
applications in core industries. Vedanta Aluminium ranks 2nd in the S&P
Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024 world rankings for the
aluminium industry, a reflection of its leading sustainable development
practices. With its world-class aluminium smelters, alumina refinery and power
plants in India, the company fulfils its mission of spurring emerging
applications of aluminium as the 'Metal of the Future' for a greener tomorrow.
