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Coal India Limited, commonly referred to as CIL, is a leading player in the coal tar industry, headquartered in India. Established in 1975, the company has grown to become one of the largest coal producers globally, with significant operations across major coal-producing regions in India, including Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and West Bengal.
CIL primarily focuses on the production and supply of coal, catering to various sectors such as power generation, steel manufacturing, and cement production. Its core products include high-quality thermal and metallurgical coal, which are distinguished by their superior calorific value and low ash content. With a robust market position, Coal India has achieved notable milestones, including consistent production growth and a commitment to sustainable mining practices, solidifying its reputation as a key contributor to India's energy security.
15
DitchCarbon score
-4 vs industry average
Coal India’s score of 15 is lower than 32% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Coal Tar Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.729
20182025
The Coal Tar Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Coal India's reported carbon emissions
Coal India, headquartered in India and operating in the Coal Tar industry, reported its most recent Scope 1 emissions as 26,424,706,000 kg CO2e in 2024. For the same year, its Scope 2 emissions were 8,241,497,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were 882,554,000 kg CO2e.
Looking back, in 2023, Coal India's Scope 1 emissions were 24,006,330,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were 7,495,920,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were 807,750,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of 21,257,230,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 6,637,520,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 715,250,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Coal India's Scope 1 emissions were 1,162,727,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were 3,845,529,000 kg CO2e; Scope 3 data was not available for this year.
Coal India has set several climate commitments. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 33% from a 2021 baseline by 2030 and its Scope 2 emissions by 25% from a 2021 baseline by 2030. Furthermore, Coal India has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2050. The company also has near-term net-zero targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025-2026, with an action plan for solar power development to become a Net Zero Energy Company by this period.
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Coal India’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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