What's next for aluminium? Creating a level playing field for aluminium

This video discusses the European Union's approach to managing critical raw materials, particularly focusing on the aluminum industry. It emphasizes the importance of a unified understanding within the EU, companies, consumers, and other stakeholders about what constitutes critical raw materials. This understanding is crucial for determining which materials are essential for Europe's development and supporting the green transition.
The conversation then shifts to various legal instruments that could influence the aluminum value chain, such as regulations on transparency, traceability, green claims, and ecodesign. These regulations are viewed as pivotal in driving more sustainable aluminum production and ensuring that suppliers of sustainable raw materials have a competitive advantage in the market.
Moreover, the discussion touches on specific legislation like the end-of-life vehicles regulation, highlighting its significance in improving recycling and reducing material degradation during the recycling phase.
The video also addresses the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and its potential impact on recycling rates. Concerns are raised about how CBAM, if not optimally implemented, could inadvertently hamper recycling efforts. The importance of differentiating between post-consumer and pre-consumer scrap is emphasized, as failing to do so could lead to regulatory loopholes that negatively impact European industry and recycling.

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