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Vedanta Resources Limited
Salt and Mineral MiningUnited Kingdom
Last verified 4 months agovedantaresources.com
Vedanta Resources Limited, often referred to simply as Vedanta, is a prominent, globally diversified natural resources company headquartered in the United Kingdom (GB). Established in 1976, Vedanta has grown to become a significant player in the chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt, and other mining and quarrying products sectors, with operations spanning across India, Africa, and Australia.
The company's core business involves the exploration, extraction, and processing of critical minerals. Vedanta focuses on producing commodities such as zinc, lead, silver, copper, iron ore, and aluminium, essential for global industrial development. With a strong commitment to responsible mining practices, Vedanta continually strives for operational excellence and sustainable growth within its diverse portfolio.
29
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+11 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Salt and Mineral Mining is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.437
20182025
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2029
2020202120222023202420252026202720282029
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Vedanta Resources Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2026, Vedanta Resources Limited reported total emissions of approximately 35.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 32.99 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 1.82 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data.
Vedanta has set significant reduction targets aligned with the Government of India's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC). The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity by 16% by 2020 from a 2012 baseline. Additionally, its Zinc India business has committed to reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 14% by 2026 from a 2016 baseline.
These commitments reflect Vedanta's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability within the mining and resources sector.
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Vedanta Resources Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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