Hindustan Zinc
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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Hindustan Zinc's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Hindustan Zinc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,251,360,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 562,715,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,599,955,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline, and a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term, Hindustan Zinc is committed to achieving a 90% reduction in total GHG emissions across all scopes by FY2050, also from a FY2020 baseline. Hindustan Zinc's near-term targets include a 14% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2026 from a 2016 base year, alongside a 20% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets are part of their commitment to reach net-zero GHG emissions across the value chain by FY2050. The company’s climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has approved their targets, despite Vedanta Limited, their parent company, being temporarily excluded from SBTi membership due to fossil fuel policies. The emissions data and targets are cascaded from Hindustan Zinc Limited, which operates under the corporate umbrella of Vedanta Limited. This structured approach to emissions reduction reflects the company's commitment to sustainability and responsible mining practices in India.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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