European Aluminium welcomes the publication of the Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) proposal and the recognition of aluminium as a strategic sector. At a time when the industry is facing increasing pressure, further exacerbated by the unfolding crisis in the Middle East, urgent and targeted action is required. This paper sets out European Aluminium’s recommendations to ensure the IAA effectively delivers on its objectives while strengthening the competitiveness and resilience of the sector.

This one-pager explains how carbon capture can address residual, hard-to-abate CO₂ emissions in the aluminium value chain, supporting deep decarbonisation where other solutions are not technically or economically viable. It highlights key technological pathways for scaling up and identifies the enabling conditions needed in Europe to support this transition.

This one-pager explains how Europe can lead the global transition towards carbon-free primary aluminium production. It outlines the key technological pillars required to scale up breakthrough solutions and identifies the enabling conditions needed in Europe to support their deployment.