On August 28, 2024, our E-REP team, along with partners from Conexus, the IEDC, and the Governor’s Workforce Cabinet, had the privilege of visiting Alcoa for a Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) visit. We were given a firsthand look at Alcoa’s advanced smelting processes, energy generation, and their ambitious carbon-neutral goals. 🌱⚡
As one of the largest employers in Warrick County, Alcoa plays a crucial role in our local economy, driving innovation and sustainability in the region. We are incredibly grateful to Alcoa for hosting us and providing an in-depth tour of their facility. The visit not only reinforced our commitment to supporting local businesses but also highlighted the importance of collaboration in achieving shared goals.
Fun facts:
- This is one of only 4 remaining aluminum smelters in the United States
- Aluminum is a vital part of our daily lives. The strong, lightweight, and infinitely recyclable material is a key component in the your airplanes, cars, electronics, and your food and beverage cans, just to name a few.
- Alcoa was originally established by Charles Martin Hall, one of the original discoverers of the modern electrolysis process to make aluminum an affordable material.
- Alcoa has been an important part of the region, since the company broke ground on Warrick Operations more than 65 years ago and the first metal was poured on June 9, 1960
Thank you, Alcoa, for your hospitality and for continuing to be a cornerstone of our community! 🏭🤝
