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      Energy

      Hydro has been at the forefront of the energy transition since 1905, transforming industries and societies with renewable energy. Today, we are pioneering the green aluminum transition through renewables and new energy solutions.

      Renewable energy is Hydro's foundation. We have been harvesting it for more than a century, putting it to good use in materials that provide solutions to climate change, electrification, and urbanization. 

      Today, we are on a mission to pioneer the green transition for aluminum. Based on hydropower, solar and wind power, we produce aluminum with a carbon footprint of about a quarter of the global average. 

      In Norway, Hydro’s primary aluminum production capacity is 100 percent supplied with renewable power. Worldwide, our renewable power share is above 70 percent, making a significant impact in terms of carbon emissions reduction. 

      The green transition will not be possible without more renewable energy at an affordable price. We are stepping up the game, developing more renewable power for industrial activities in our core markets.  

      Green hydrogen and batteries are also vital to get to net-zero. Hydro has produced the world’s first successful batch of aluminum using green hydrogen as an energy source. We continue to mature new pilot projects aimed at decarbonizing our operations and producing close to carbon free aluminum 

      Since 2017, Hydro has actively engaged in selected ventures within the battery value chain. Our aim is to develop leading sustainable battery businesses in Europe, leveraging our capabilities. 

      Energy at a glance

      2.6GW solarand onshore wind projects (gross capacity) 9TWh external powersourcing 40 renewable powerplants operations of power assets in Norway 14TWh