Hydro and Mercedes-Benz entered into a long-term offtake agreement for low-carbon primary and recycled aluminum, securing at least 10% of the automaker’s primary aluminum demand. The deal extends beyond 2030 to support supply chain decarbonization across series vehicle production.
Under the agreement, Hydro will lower the carbon footprint of primary aluminum delivered to Mercedes-Benz to 3.5 kg CO2e per kg by 2028, using renewable energy and REDUXA technology. The companies target a further reduction to 3.0 kg CO2e per kg for primary aluminum by 2030.
Besides, the contract includes Hydro CIRCAL recycled aluminum, containing at least 75% post-consumer scrap with emissions capped at 1.9 kg CO2e per kg. Mercedes-Benz plans to integrate CIRCAL into next-generation large electric vehicle production starting in 2027.