From the metal
production to the final products used, the human factor
plays a significant role in the value of an aluminium
product.
Conscious of the contribution of aluminium
and the aluminium industry to employment and social
progress, the European aluminium industry has decided
to build on the experience of its members.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
is not a new concept for aluminium companies. On the
contrary, it has been the driver for numerous voluntary
actions, which have helped advancement and well being
of communities.
In 2001 the European aluminium industry
responded to a stakeholder consultation on CSR launched
by the European Commission. This response positioned
the industry in the debate and illustrated a series
of good practices operated by aluminium companies. These
good practices range from regional development, community
relations and people development to health and safety.
The European aluminium industry has recently
defined and implemented a set of indicators that are
“customised” to its operations and which reflect the
stakeholders' views and concerns about the following
issues :
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