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continuing to develop the carbothermic aluminum process, which is in the research and development phase. The
technology holds the potential to produce aluminum at a lower cost, driven by reduced conversion costs, lower energy
requirements and lower emissions at a lower capital cost than traditional smelting.
The Company continued its progress leveraging new science and technologies in 2013. For example, a new, higher
strength wheel alloy (MagnaForce™) was developed for next generation wheels, as was the development and
deployment of a more corrosion resistant, more environmentally friendly Dura-Bright EVO™surface treatment. In
addition, the Company expects to launch in 2014 a commercial truck wheel using the MagnaForce™alloy.
A number of products were commercialized in 2013 including new fasteners, aluminum lithium (Al-Li) and more
traditional 7xxx series alloys for various aerospace applications, numerous innovations in the building and construction
market for enhanced thermal performance and increased functionality. New, high strength foundry alloys are being
tested at multiple automotive OEMs. The Company continues to develop its Micromill™technology and ran numerous
customer trials in the RCS, automotive and packaging markets. The Company has also continued to externally license
technology including the A951 pretreatment technology, shaping technology, and Colorkast™products for the
consumer electronics segment. In addition, the Company licensed its natural wastewater treatment technology to Bauer
Resources GmbH in 2013.
Alcoa’s research and development focus is on product development to support sustainable, profitable growth;
manufacturing technologies to improve efficiencies and reduce costs; and environmental risk reductions.
Environmental technologies continue to be an area of focus for the Company, with projects underway that address
emissions reductions, the reduction of spent pot lining, advanced recycling, and the beneficial use of bauxite residue.
Environmental Matters
Information relating to environmental matters is included in Note N to the Consolidated Financial Statements under the
caption “Environmental Matters” on pages 122-126. Approved capital expenditures for new or expanded facilities for
environmental control are approximately $55 million for 2014 and $12 million for 2015.
Employees
Total worldwide employment at the end of 2013 was approximately 60,000 employees in 30 countries. About 40,000
of these employees are represented by labor unions. The Company believes that relations with its employees and any
applicable union representatives generally are good.
In the U.S., approximately 9,500 employees are represented by various labor unions. The largest of these is the master
collective bargaining agreement between Alcoa and the United Steelworkers (USW). This agreement covers 10
locations and approximately 6,100 U.S. employees. It expires on May 15, 2014. The parties will negotiate in early May
with the intent of reaching a new long-term agreement. To the extent a new long-term agreement is not reached, a work
stoppage at some of the 10 locations could begin on May 16, 2014. There are 16 other collective bargaining agreements
in the U.S. with varying expiration dates. On a regional basis, collective bargaining agreements with varying expiration
dates cover approximately 16,500 employees in Europe and Russia, 11,800 employees in North America, 7,000
employees in Central and South America, 4,100 employees in Australia, and 1,000 employees in China.
Executive Officers of the Registrant
The names, ages, positions and areas of responsibility of the executive officers of the Company as of February 13,
2014 are listed below.
Michael T. Barriere, 51, Executive Vice President, Human Resources and Environment, Health, Safety and
Sustainability. Mr. Barriere was elected to his current position effective August 1, 2013. He joined Alcoa in 2011 as
Chief Talent Officer and served as Vice President, Human Resources from May 2012 to July 2013. Before joining
Alcoa, Mr. Barriere was Senior Vice President, Human Resources at New York Life Insurance from 2008 to 2010.
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