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Group 1 - The first batch of low-carbon aluminum produced using electricity from the Barakah nuclear power plant has been delivered, marketed under the "MinimAL" brand by Emirates Global Aluminium [1] - The low-carbon aluminum will be supplied to the Egyptian company Kankas Aluminum, making it the first customer to use "MinimAL" aluminum for advanced products in infrastructure, solar energy, transportation, and construction [1] - This new product helps solidify the UAE's position as a reliable supplier of low-carbon industrial materials globally and expands the company's portfolio of low-carbon metal products for local and global customers [1] Group 2 - The Barakah nuclear power plant generates 40 terawatt-hours of clean electricity annually, accounting for approximately 25% of the UAE's electricity demand, equivalent to Switzerland's total annual energy needs [2] - The zero-carbon electricity from Barakah reduces carbon emissions by 22.4 million tons per year, which is comparable to taking 4.6 million cars off the road [2] Group 3 - The demand for low-carbon aluminum is rapidly increasing, with expectations to triple by 2040 [1] - The CEO of Emirates Nuclear Energy Company emphasized the role of nuclear energy in enhancing energy security and supporting the UAE's efforts to reduce carbon emissions in the industrial sector [1]