| Abstract Scope |
For over a century, aluminum smelters have been utilized as a means to unlock hidden energy potentials by harnessing abundant resources such as hydro power, lignite, natural gas, coal, and nuclear energy. Aluminum, an energy carrier, has facilitated the transportation of otherwise stranded energy to various locations. In the present era, with the pressing need to address climate change, aluminum is poised to play a pivotal role in the energy transition and the attainment of net-zero targets. Beyond its applications in numerous clean tech solutions, aluminum holds the potential to revolutionize the transport of renewable energies across continents, while flexible aluminum smelters can aid in the transformation of power grids. This abstract explores the historical significance of aluminum smelters as energy enablers, highlights their renewed relevance in the context of climate change, and emphasizes the role of aluminum in facilitating the energy transition. |