Published 10-15-04
Submitted by Alcoa Inc.
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Alcoa Again Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index
Alcoa's ability to balance economic, environmental, and social responsibility factors has qualified the company to be named a component of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index family for the fourth consecutive year.
Alcoa Recognized for Innovation in Heavy Trucking Industry
Alcoa's Dura-Flange® wheel, which is produced in Cleveland (USA), won Heavy Duty Trucking magazine's most recent Nifty Fifty award.
First North American Beer in an Aluminum Bottle Launched
Alcoa and Pittsburgh Brewing Company introduce the first North American beer in an aluminum bottle.
Alcoa-Kofem Named Supplier of the Year by Amari Metals Ltd.
Amari Metals Ltd. named Alcoa-Kofem Kft. in Szekesfehervar, Hungary, as its "Supplier of the Year" for the second consecutive year.
Alcoa begins EIA for Proposed Smelter in Trinidad and Tobago
Alcoa has started an environmental impact assessment for a potential aluminum smelter at LaBrea, located in southwest Trinidad.
Green Roofs Reduce Volume, Cost of Storm-water Dscharge
An Alcoa-sponsored strategic and technical analysis of green roof applications worldwide concluded these roofs are an effective method of managing storm-water discharge.
Alcoa (NYSE:AA) is the world's leading producer and manager of primary aluminum, fabricated aluminum and alumina facilities, and is active in all major aspects of the industry. Alcoa serves the aerospace, automotive, packaging, building and construction, commercial transportation and industrial markets, bringing design, engineering, production and other capabilities of Alcoa's businesses to customers. In addition to aluminum products and components, Alcoa also markets consumer brands including Reynolds Wrap® foils and plastic wraps, Alcoa® wheels, and Baco® household wraps. Among its other businesses are closures, fastening systems, precision castings, and electrical distribution systems for cars and trucks. The company has 129,000 employees in 44 countries and has been named one of the top most sustainable corporations in the world at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. More information can be found at www.alcoa.com
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