Hindustan Zinc Limited, a subsidiary of Vedanta Resources, is a leading player in the Indian mining and metals industry, headquartered in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Established in 1966, the company has grown to become one of the largest producers of zinc, lead, and silver in the world, with significant operations in Rajasthan and a commitment to sustainable mining practices. Hindustan Zinc's core products include zinc, lead, and silver, which are essential for various industrial applications, including construction and automotive sectors. The company is renowned for its innovative approaches to resource extraction and processing, setting benchmarks in efficiency and environmental stewardship. With a strong market position, Hindustan Zinc has achieved numerous accolades for its operational excellence and commitment to corporate social responsibility, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the mining sector.
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In 2023, Hindustan Zinc reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 3,444,672,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 1,135,622,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 1,521,564,000 kg CO2e. The total emissions from Scopes 1 and 2 combined were approximately 4,580,000,000 kg CO2e. Hindustan Zinc has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Looking further ahead, Hindustan Zinc is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by FY2050, with a long-term goal of reducing absolute emissions from all scopes by 90% from the FY2020 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Hindustan Zinc's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the mining sector.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 5,040 | 0,000 | 0,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,440 | 0,000 | 0,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,900 | 0,000 | 0,000 | - | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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