Hindustan Zinc to Meet 70% of Power Needs Through Renewables.

Hindustan Zinc, India’s largest integrated producer of zinc and silver, announced plans to meet 70% of its power requirements through renewable energy by 2027. This includes energy needs across mining, processing, and other operations.

To achieve this, the company is increasing its renewable power delivery agreement from 450 MW to 530 MW, marking a 17% capacity boost for round-the-clock energy sourcing. The move is expected to significantly reduce carbon emissions, aligning with Hindustan Zinc's broader sustainability goals.

Focus on Sustainability

The company has already achieved substantial energy savings, cutting over 0.8 million gigajoules (GJ) in FY24—equivalent to powering 70,000 households for a year. This was made possible through energy efficiency initiatives such as infrastructure upgrades and transitioning from conventional fuels to cleaner alternatives like piped natural gas.

Hindustan Zinc has also reduced its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity by 14% compared to 2020 levels, even as production volumes increased.

Commitment to Net Zero

Chairperson Priya Agarwal Hebbar emphasized the company’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. "We are dedicated to adopting renewable energy, optimizing resource use, and investing in innovative technologies that align with global climate action goals," she said.

Investments in Energy Efficiency

The company has invested in several energy efficiency projects, including:

• Revamping turbines at captive power plants.


• Enhancing cellhouse efficiencies.


• Installing variable frequency drives.


• Shifting from high-speed diesel to piped natural gas.

These initiatives further reinforce Hindustan Zinc's role as a leader in sustainable mining and production, contributing to India's transition to a greener energy future.

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