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Responsible Stewardship of Natural Resources for a Greener Future
Environment

Key Takeaway

  • A clear SBTi-aligned Net Zero roadmap accelerating clean energy transition, energy efficiency, clean mobility, and supply chain collaboration
  • Innovation and process optimisation for water efficiency and circular waste utilisation
  • Tailings management using Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) and other best practices
  • TNFD and IUCN-aligned approach for conservation & restoration of natural ecosystems and biodiversity
  • Sustainable mine closure planning aligned with recognised international standards

As a key player in the metals and mining industry, Hindustan Zinc is strengthening its commitment to natural capital through strategic investments in innovative and sustainable mining practices.

This year, we advanced our journey towards a sustainable future by deepening the alignment of ICMM mining principles across our operations. Our focus spans climate and environmental actions through GHG reduction, energy transition and efficiency, alongside responsible water, waste, and biodiversity stewardship. We remain deeply committed to going beyond compliance to support a resilient planet and thriving communities.

Material topics

M2 M3 M4 M7 M10 M16

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Stakeholder affected

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ICMM principles

Principle 6 Environmental Performance
Principle 7 Conservation of Biodiversity

Environmental performance FY2026

c.0GJ
Energy savings
0million tco2e
GHG emission abated through renewable energy (RE)
0%
Reduction in freshwater consumption from FY2020
0times
Water positivity
0million units
Total green power consumed
c.0%
Total RE power consumption
0%
High Volume Low Toxicity waste utilisation
0million
Cumulative plantation since FY2020
Over 0kt
Gainful utilisation of smelting process waste
0%
Coverage of operational sites with site-specific biodiversity management plans (BMPs)
0Filtered Tailings Plants
Commissioned at Zawar and Rajpura Dariba Complex
Environmental Performance

At Hindustan Zinc, caring for the environment is deeply embedded in the way we operate and grow. Aligned with the ICMM Mining Principles, particularly Principle 6 (Environmental Performance), and anchored in our ESG commitments, we take a holistic approach to accelerating climate action and safeguarding natural resources.

We seek to go beyond regulatory compliance by strengthening environmental performance and advancing solutions that enhance long-term environmental resilience. During the year, our investments in advanced and sustainable manufacturing practices have strengthened progress towards GHG emission reduction, reinforcing our commitment to responsible resource management and creation of enduring value for the environment, communities, and future generations.

Driving Climate Action and Accelerating the Energy Transition Advancing Responsible Water Stewardship Waste Management and Circular Economy Tailings Management and Biodiversity Closure and Rehabilitation Planning Air Emissions Management Environmental Incident Management and Corrective Action Plan