Energy savings in aluminum production, use, and recycling
Aluminum and energy have been intertwined since the initial isolation of the metal from its ore, and industry growth has depended on great quantities of inexpensive, available energy. In response to the modern need, the industry has significantly decreased the energy required for the chemical steps in aluminum production. That aggressive effort is catalogued here. The energy saving potential of a new smelting process is mentioned. The tremendous energy reduction achieved by recycling and improved design of the aluminum beverage can is detailed, and the potential for similar advantages for other products is presented. Finally, the important role of light weight aluminum in decreasing the nation's energy requirement for transportation is discussed.
- Research Organization:
- Aluminum Company of America, Pittsburgh, PA
- OSTI ID:
- 5476980
- Journal Information:
- J. Met.; (United States), Vol. 35:7
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
ALUMINIUM
PRODUCTION
RECYCLING
USES
METAL INDUSTRY
ENERGY CONSERVATION
CONTAINERS
DESIGN
OPTIMIZATION
SMELTING
TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS
ELEMENTS
INDUSTRY
METALS
360101* - Metals & Alloys- Preparation & Fabrication
320302 - Energy Conservation
Consumption
& Utilization- Industrial & Agricultural Processes- Materials