Sustainability
A Responsible Approach
The world’s third largest integrated aluminium supplier, Hydro is a pioneer in
renewable energy and energy efficient building solutions.
Wicona’s aluminium profiles are constructed using environmentally responsible
processes to minimise wastage of materials, be highly durable and recyclable.
Our components are engineered to maximise the use of natural light and ventilation,
and their construction is designed for longevity but also to be easily dismantled.
The use of additives and composite materials are minimised to facilitate re-utilisation.
An Industry Leader
Hydro is active at industry level, providing leadership and expertise as a catalyst
for change in sustainable development. Our involvement includes work with:
- The World Business Council for Sustainable Development – Energy Efficiency in
Buildings Programme
- United Nations Energy Programme – Sustainable Building and Construction Initiative.
Hydro also contributed to the European Union’s Green Paper on Energy Efficiency in Buildings, which aims to save 20 per cent of energy consumption by 2020.
Building Visions
Hydro is committed to the responsible handling of raw materials and to minimising
energy consumption, carbon emissions and waste.
Our Building Visions initiative looks at how aluminium and glass façades can
be more sustainable and which factors can further reduce energy consumption.
The programme is ongoing and aims to develop new concepts and economical solutions
that have a positive effect on the complete lifecycle of a building – from planning
and construction through to the end of a building’s life.
Our customers benefit from technically advanced solutions and future-oriented
product development, reaffirming our position as an international market leader
in façade design.
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