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Managing greenhouse gas emission in the indian aluminum industry

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Fluorocarbons are pollutants that destroy the ozone layer in the upper atmosphere and allow more ultraviolet radiation to reach the surface of the earth. Over-exposure to such radiation damages plants and greatly increases people’s risk of skin cancer. Aluminum refineries and smelters, which consume large amounts of energy, are committed to continuous improvement in greenhouse gas abatement. Although India is under no international pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the Indian aluminum industry could undertake such a commitment voluntarily. This analysis shows where immediate improvements are possible, and presents a tentative action plan for the industry.

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  1. Larsen & Toubro Limited, India

    H. Mahadevan (an assistant general manager)

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For more information, contact H. Mahadevan, Larsen & Toubro Limited, Mineral Processing Division, Saki Vihar Road, Powai (W), Mumbai, Maharashtra 400072, India; +91-22-8581401; fax +91-22-8581633; e-mail hm@epc.ltindia.com.

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Mahadevan, H. Managing greenhouse gas emission in the indian aluminum industry. JOM 53, 34–36 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11837-001-0192-7

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