Coal India Limited (CIL), headquartered in Kolkata, India, is a leading player in the coal industry, primarily engaged in the production and supply of coal. Founded in 1975, CIL has grown to become one of the largest coal producers globally, operating across major regions including Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and West Bengal.
CIL's core business revolves around the extraction and distribution of coal, catering to various sectors such as power generation, steel production, and cement manufacturing. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and has achieved significant milestones, including the production of over 600 million tonnes of coal annually.
With a dominant market position, Coal India Limited not only meets the energy demands of India but also plays a crucial role in the country's economic development, making it a pivotal entity in the energy sector.
+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 reported approximately 35.5 billion kg CO2e in total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for the year 2024. This comprised approximately 26.4 billion kg CO2e of Scope 1 emissions and approximately 8.2 billion kg CO2e of Scope 2 emissions. For the same year, Scope 3 emissions amounted to approximately 882.5 million kg CO2e. In 2023, the company's total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 31.5 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 24.0 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7.5 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were approximately 807.7 million kg CO2e. Coal India has set several climate commitments, including a target to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 33% from a 2021 baseline by 2030. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 2 emissions by 25% from a 2021 baseline by 2030. Coal India has also committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2050. Further near-term commitments include aiming to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade, specifically by 2025-26, as part of an action plan for solar power development to become a Net Zero Energy Company.
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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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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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