DGAP-News: Aurubis AG / Key word(s): Sustainability 
Aurubis AG: 'Aurubis-1': start of construction for largest in-house PV plant in Bulgaria 
2021-06-24 / 15:42 
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"Aurubis-1": start of construction for largest in-house PV plant in Bulgaria 
- Aurubis takes the next step towards decarbonization 
- Clear commitment to production in Bulgaria with 10 MW PV plant 
- Green energy goal for Bulgarian site: covering 20 percent of energy needs with own renewable sources by 2030 
- Aurubis is committed to the goal of becoming carbon-neutral by 2050 at the latest 
Hamburg/Pirdop, June 24, 2021 - Today, Aurubis started the construction of a 10-megawatt (MW) solar power plant near 
its production site in Bulgaria. This is the next step towards sustainable multimetal production. Once completed, it 
will be the largest PV plant for in-house electricity production by a company in the country. It is part of Aurubis' 
strategic goal of carbon-neutral production by 2050 at the latest. 
The construction of the "Aurubis-1" PV plant was launched with a special event at company's production site in the 
Srednogorie region attended by representatives of the Bulgarian government, the diplomatic corps, local authorities, 
and business representatives. 
"Aurubis-1 is an important milestone for our whole company on our way to a CO[2]-free future," Roland Harings, Aurubis 
AG Chief Executive Officer, said during the ceremony for the start of construction. "It also shows our clear commitment 
to production in Bulgaria." 
"Aurubis' investment in clean energy sources showcases responsibility to society and the environment," Kiril Petkov, 
Minister of Economy of Bulgaria, said. "Aurubis' operations contribute to the export potential of our country, the 
higher standard of living in the plant's region, transparent rules, and orderly relations with the local businesses," 
the Bulgarian Minister added. 
"Our Bulgarian site was the first Aurubis primary smelter to successfully complete the Copper Mark certification 
process this April, the new quality seal for sustainability in the copper world," Tim Kurth, Executive Director of 
Aurubis Bulgaria, said. "We aim to lead by example when it comes to sustainability, and the PV plant is another best 
case for this," he continued. 
The project includes the installation of over 20,000 photovoltaic panels on a plot of 104,000 m² on a remediated and 
recultivated landfill. The facility will cover 2.5 percent of the site's consumption average, with the value reaching 
up to 12 percent during the daily peak hours. 
The construction is carried out by CEZ ESCO, a company of CEZ Group (Czech Republic) in Bulgaria. "We are looking 
forward to working with Aurubis in achieving a more sustainable future," Karel Kral, CEZ Country Manager for Bulgaria, 
noted during the construction start. 
The Aurubis-1 PV plant will optimize the smelter's external electricity consumption by 11,000 MWh annually, and for the 
period of 15 years the total renewable energy production will amount to nearly 170,000 MWh. The generated electricity 
could supply 3,500 households annually or a Bulgarian town with ? population of 14,000. 
Compared to coal-fired power generation, this will save 15,000 tons of CO[2] emissions per year - or over 225,000 tons 
for the planned operating period. 
The Aurubis-1 PV plant is only one aspect of the company's efforts in Bulgaria to switch to internal renewable energy 
in the country. The goal for Pirdrop is to cover 20 percent of its energy needs with renewable sources in the medium 
term by 2030. 
 
Strategic goal: carbon-neutral by 2050 
Aurubis is further committed to the goal of becoming carbon-neutral by 2050 at the latest and is already successfully 
implementing CO[2] reduction projects at all of the company's production sites. Joining the Science-Based Targets 
Initiative (SBTI) with clear targets until 2030 underlines this commitment. The solar power plant in Bulgaria is just 
one of many projects. In May, the company successfully started testing hydrogen use on an industrial scale in copper 
anode production at the Hamburg site. Furthermore, CO[2]-free industrial waste heat from the Hamburg plant provides 
energy for the HafenCity East district, saving 20,000 t of CO[2] every year. Aurubis AG's smelter in Bulgaria plays a 
significant role as the largest industrial taxpayer in the country and the largest copper producer in Southeastern 
Europe. 
Aurubis - Metals for Progress 
Aurubis AG is a leading global provider of non-ferrous metals and one of the largest copper recyclers worldwide. The 
company processes complex metal concentrates, scrap metals, and metal-bearing recycling materials into metals of the 
highest quality. Aurubis produces more than 1 million tons of copper cathodes annually, and from them a variety of 
products such as wire rod, continuous cast shapes, profiles, and flat rolled products made of copper and copper alloys. 
Aurubis produces a number of other metals as well, including precious metals, selenium, lead, nickel, tin, and zinc. 
The portfolio also includes additional products such as sulfuric acid and iron silicate. 
Sustainability is a fundamental part of the Aurubis strategy. "Aurubis responsibly transforms raw materials into value" 
- following this maxim, the company integrates sustainable conduct and business activities into the corporate culture. 
This involves a careful approach to natural resources, responsible social and ecological conduct in everyday business, 
and sensible, healthy growth. 
Aurubis has about 7,200 employees, production sites in Europe and the US, and an extensive service and distribution 
system in Europe, Asia, and North America. 
Aurubis shares are part of the Prime Standard Segment of the German Stock Exchange and are listed in the MDAX and the 
Global Challenges Index (GCX). 
Further information at www.aurubis.com 
 
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Language:     English 
Company:      Aurubis AG 
              Hovestrasse 50 
              20539 Hamburg 
              Germany 
Phone:        +49 (0)40 / 78 83 - 31 78 
Fax:          +49 (0)40 / 78 83 - 31 30 
E-mail:       a.seidler@aurubis.com 
Internet:     www.aurubis.com 
ISIN:         DE0006766504 
WKN:          676650 
Indices:      MDAX 
Listed:       Regulated Market in Frankfurt (Prime Standard), Hamburg; Regulated Unofficial Market in Berlin, 
              Dusseldorf, Munich, Stuttgart, Tradegate Exchange 
EQS News ID:  1211764 
 
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