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Salt and Mineral Mining
IN
updated 11 days ago

Vedanta

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Vedanta Limited, a prominent player in the natural resources sector, is headquartered in India and operates extensively across various regions, including Africa and Australia. Founded in 1976, the company has established itself as a leader in mining and metals, with a diverse portfolio that includes zinc, lead, silver, copper, iron ore, and aluminium. Vedanta's commitment to sustainable practices and innovation sets it apart in the industry, as it continually seeks to enhance operational efficiency and environmental stewardship. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming one of the largest producers of zinc globally. With a strong market position and a focus on responsible resource management, Vedanta Limited remains a key contributor to the economic landscape, driving growth and development in the regions it serves.

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63

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

23

Industry Benchmark

Vedanta's score of 63 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Vedanta's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Vedanta reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 63,324,730,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,594,210,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 45,802,443,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 63,324,730,000 kg CO2e. In 2024, emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 at approximately 60,635,148,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 4,561,384,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 34,871,362,000 kg CO2e. Vedanta has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in absolute GHG emissions by 2030 from a FY2021 baseline. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions. Additionally, the company is focused on reducing GHG intensity by 20% in its metals businesses by FY2025, which represent over 75% of its current GHG emissions. Long-term, Vedanta is committed to achieving net-carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by FY2050 or sooner. This commitment is supported by a comprehensive decarbonisation strategy, which includes significant investments aimed at transitioning to net-zero emissions. Overall, Vedanta's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, aligning with global sustainability goals.

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201720182019202020212022202320242025
Scope 1
51,700,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
Scope 2
1,400,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Vedanta's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Vedanta is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Vedanta is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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