Connection to Hydro

WICONA is a brand of Hydro Building Systems, and part of the Hydro Group.

Hydro is a global supplier of aluminium and aluminium products. Based in Norway, the company employs 19,000 people in 40 countries and has activities on all continents. Rooted in a century of experience in renewable energy production, technology development and progressive partnerships, Hydro is committed to strengthening the viability of the customers and communities we serve.

Hydro is leading in aluminium recycling, and sustainability is both an integral part of the corporate philosophy and the prime directive in research and development. Hydro operates hydroelectric plants in Norway, creating electricity for its aluminium production, and is also committed to obtaining solar energy.

These activities have provided the Group with leading positions in future growth markets: In 2009, Hydro is the top aluminium company in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) – the fourth time in a row it has enjoyed this success. The company has received top marks for its risk and crisis management reporting, for its ethical principles, transparency, environmental policy and management and for its strategy on biological diversity and climate protection.

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