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The sustainability of an aluminum kadhai (wok) depends on several factors related to its production, usage, and end-of-life considerations:

Aluminum is more abundant in the Earth's crust than steel, which is primarily made from iron ore. The extraction of aluminum and steel requires significant amounts of energy and resources. However, aluminum extraction generally demands more energy, and the production process can result in higher greenhouse gas emissions compared to steel. From this perspective, steel kadhai could be considered more sustainable.

The primary source of the carbon footprint for aluminum kadhai comes from the extraction and production of aluminum metal. The primary aluminum production involves the extraction of alumina from bauxite ore using energy-intensive processes like the Bayer process and then smelting alumina to produce aluminum metal in electrolytic cells. The smelting process consumes a significant amount of electricity, and if the electricity comes from fossil fuel-based power plants, it can result in substantial greenhouse gas emissions, primarily carbon dioxide (CO2).

Aluminum kadhai can be durable and long-lasting, especially if made with high-quality materials and proper care. A well-maintained aluminum kadhai can have a long lifespan, reducing the need for frequent replacements and waste generation.