Zero
worker fatalities - our top priority
Sustainability and Safety
Nikkei MC Aluminum America provides access to sustainability-related policies, reports, certifications, and reporting resources on this page. These materials support transparency across environmental management, responsible sourcing, workplace standards, emergency preparedness, and stakeholder accountability.
Our posted policy documents outline the company’s approach to environmental stewardship, raw material due diligence, employee safety, human rights, labor rights, legal compliance, and the ongoing review of risk and performance. They also reflect our commitment to operating responsibly and transparently, with business practices guided by strong environmental and social standards and a focus on continuous improvement.
These materials reinforce Nikkei MC Aluminum America’s commitment to workplace safety, employee well-being, and responsible business conduct. Through established Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures, we support a safe and healthy work environment, emphasize incident prevention, and expect employees to stop work and notify a supervisor if they believe conditions are unsafe. Our policies also define standards for fair and lawful workplace practices, including non-discrimination and the prohibition of child labor and forced labor, while recognizing the importance of respecting the rights and interests of local communities.
Our Environmental and Social Policies are reviewed annually and updated as needed to reflect evolving international best practices. We also conduct periodic risk assessments covering human rights, labor rights, indigenous peoples’ rights, and environmental impacts, and use those findings to guide mitigation efforts and continuous improvement. Together, these documents serve as a central reference point for customers, suppliers, employees, and other stakeholders seeking information related to sustainability and responsible business practices.
Highlights and Stewardship
100%
recyclable aluminum products
Ongoing
GHG emissions reduction through clean energy sourcing
Annual
sustainability reporting and policy reviews
Environmental Excellence
Minimizing our environmental impact through innovative technologies and sustainable practices.
Social Responsibility
Creating safe, inclusive workplaces and supporting the communities where we operate.
Governance & Ethics
Maintaining the highest standards of business ethics and transparent reporting.
Waste & Recycling
Implementing circular economy principles to minimize waste and maximize material recovery. We continually pursue alternatives to direct landfilling of dross and work to maximize aluminum recovery.
Energy & Emissions
We track monthly energy consumption and estimate greenhouse gas emissions using EPA-standardized emission factors. Our GHG reduction strategy includes process improvements, clean energy sourcing, and technology innovation.
Environmental Metrics Dashboard
We support the U.S. Aluminum Association's Life Cycle Assessment research. Our annual sustainability report includes data on air emissions, GHG output, waste disposal, significant spills, and water consumption.
Policies & Standards
The documents below provide access to core policies and reference materials related to environmental and social responsibility, sourcing expectations, emergency response, modern slavery, and workplace guidance. These materials help define the standards that support Nikkei MC Aluminum America’s operations and supply chain relationships.
Reports & Assessments
This page also includes supporting reports and assessments related to lifecycle analysis, spill response, biodiversity, water risk, and ESG-related assurance. These resources provide additional documentation on how environmental impacts, reporting practices, and related sustainability topics are reviewed and communicated.
ASI Certification
NM Aluminum is committed to achieving certification by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI), demonstrating our commitment to responsible production, sourcing, and stewardship of aluminum. Our Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Director serves as our Environmental Management Representative (EMR) and leads the development of our ASI program. We have established an internal Sustainability Steering Committee (SSC) that plays a key role in advancing our ongoing sustainability initiatives.
ASI certification validates our adherence to rigorous environmental, social, and governance standards. We conduct due diligence on our primary scrap supply streams to evaluate regulatory and ethical risks, including those related to environmental stewardship, human rights, conflict-affected and high-risk areas, and anti-corruption or bribery concerns.
Ethics Hotline and Reporting Channels
Aluminum is infinitely recyclable without loss of quality. We embrace circular economy principles throughout our value chain, from responsible raw material sourcing to end-of-life product recovery. Our commitment ensures that materials remain in productive use, reducing environmental impact and conserving natural resources.
NM Aluminum maintains a structured process for addressing complaints, grievances, and requests for information from employees, supply chain partners, and community stakeholders.