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.
+4 vs industry average
Coal India’s score of 35 is higher than 56% 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
Coal Tar Production is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Coal Tar Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Coal India's reported carbon emissions
Coal India, headquartered in India, is a significant player in the coal tar industry. For the fiscal year 2024, the company reported total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity of approximately 0.044 tonnes of CO2e per tonne of coal production. Additionally, its Scope 3 emissions intensity was approximately 1,144,160.0 kg CO2e per metric ton of coal production. In the fiscal year 2024, Coal India's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 26,424,706,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at approximately 8,241,497,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same period amounted to approximately 882,554,000 kg CO2e. Looking at previous years, for the fiscal year 2023, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 24,006,330,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 7,495,920,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 807,750,000 kg CO2e. For the fiscal year 2022, Scope 1 emissions totalled approximately 21,257,230,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 6,637,520,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 715,250,000 kg CO2e. In the fiscal year 2021, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1,162,727,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,845,529,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data was not disclosed for this year. Coal India has established several climate commitments. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 33% from its 2021 baseline by 2030. Furthermore, it has set a target to reduce Scope 2 emissions by 25% from the 2021 baseline by 2030. Coal India has also committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by 2050, with an intermediate goal to achieve net-zero energy company status by 2025-26 through solar power development. Additionally, there is an aim to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade.
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Coal India’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2030
33% reduction in Scope 1
The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 33% from the 2021 baseline by 2030.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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