In a significant step toward decarbonising the built environment, roof window pioneer Velux Group has signed a long-term agreement with aluminium giant Novelis to supply low-carbon, flat-rolled aluminium containing more than 70% recycled content. This partnership, rooted in a shared vision of sustainability and innovation, positions aluminium as a key player in the transition to a greener construction industry.
The Power of Recycled Aluminium
Aluminium, long prized for its strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and malleability, is now gaining even more relevance for its recyclability. Producing recycled aluminium uses up to 95% less energy than primary production, drastically reducing carbon emissions. This makes it a powerful tool in lowering the embodied carbon in construction materials, a growing priority across the building sector.
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Tailor-Made Alloys for High Performance Building
The alloy Novelis is supplying to Velux has been specially engineered to meet the high standards required for roof window production, combining durability with sustainability. More than just a supply agreement, this partnership signals a broader shift within the aluminium industry: a move toward circularity and climate-conscious design.
Novelis’ 3×30 Vision in Action
Michael Hahne of Novelis Europe described the deal as a “catalyst for transformation,” highlighting the company’s 3×30 Vision to become the world’s lowest-emission provider of flat-rolled aluminium by 2030. Already, over 50% of the aluminium used in Velux products comes from recycled sources, a figure both companies are working to increase steadily. 
Shaping the Future of Low-Carbon Construction
As aluminium continues to play a central role in modern construction, from façades to windows to solar panel frames, collaborations like this set a new standard for responsible material sourcing. With legislation and client demand increasingly pushing for low-carbon alternatives, the Velux–Novelis agreement demonstrates how industry leaders can shape a more sustainable architectural future, one recycled aluminium sheet at a time.
Source: Velux Group with additional information added by Glass Balkan
