Constellium, Paris, announced that it has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, detailing progress toward its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals and reinforcing its commitment to building a sustainable, circular economy. The report highlights advancements in aluminum recycling, decarbonization initiatives, workplace safety, and gender equity.
Among the year’s key accomplishments is the opening of a €130 million recycling facility in Neuf-Brisach, France, which increases the company’s global recycling capacity to more than 750,000 metric tons per year. The site enhances automotive and packaging recycling by 75%, reduces annual carbon emissions by approximately 400,000 metric tons CO₂eq, and integrates biodiversity assessments and energy-efficient technologies.
In line with its decarbonization strategy, Constellium also decommissioned its final coal-powered energy source at the Singen plant in Germany. The closure is projected to cut direct greenhouse gas emissions at the site by more than 25% between 2021 and 2025.
Further emphasizing innovation, Constellium completed its first industrial-scale hydrogen casting at its C-TEC R&D facility in July. This pilot project substituted natural gas with hydrogen to produce a 12-metric-ton aluminum slab for electric vehicle applications, showcasing the potential of hydrogen to lower emissions in industrial processes.
The company’s sustainability efforts have been validated through independent certifications. All Constellium operations were certified under the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative’s Performance Standard v3.0, recognizing best practices in emissions reduction, waste management, and human rights. Constellium also maintained a Gold rating from EcoVadis and an AA rating from MSCI for its ESG performance.
Jean-Marc Germain, chief executive officer, emphasized aluminum’s role in advancing low-carbon manufacturing, noting its recyclability and efficiency in lightweight applications. He reiterated the company’s commitment to delivering sustainable solutions across the aluminum value chain.
Read further here: Constellium’s sustainability page.
