The metals that form the foundation of modern society also cause a number of problems. Separating the metals we want from other minerals is often energy-intensive and can leave behind large volumes of ...

We’re told that to get to our "green" and "clean" tech future, we must double the amount of mining. Seriously? Alumina is vital for modern, technology-driven living, and since 1970, there has been an ...

Alcoa Corporation (NYSE:AA) is a global leader in bauxite, alumina, and aluminum products that are sold internationally. Established in 1888 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Alcoa ...

Steel and aluminum are two of the world’s most in-demand materials, feeding numerous sectors — including construction and transportation — with demand forecast to grow in the coming decades. Aluminum ...