- On the occasion of Energy Conservation Day, company observed No Vehicle Day for two consecutive years to reaffirm its commitment to reduce carbon emission
- Training session, competitions, and different sustainable activities were conducted to spread awareness around energy conservation
Udaipur, 14th December 2022: To reaffirm its commitment towards reducing carbon emissions, Hindustan Zinc observed “No Vehicle Day” for the 2nd consecutive year across its operations on Energy Conservation Day. All the employees and business partners of the company used public transportation, electric vehicles, cycled, or walked to the office, creating a larger impact with an aim to spread awareness on optimizing energy consumption and minimizing automobile pollution to reduce carbon footprint.
Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Arun Misra CEO of Hindustan Zinc said, “The sustainable efforts at Hindustan Zinc are driven by our people, which is a part of our culture and it is well represented through the various initiative adopted by them. No Vehicle Day is one such initiative undertaken by us to achieve the core vision of Net Zero by 2050. On the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day, it was a moment of pride to see all the employees and business partners come together and actively participate in creating a sustainable future.”
It was a week-long celebration where various activities like switching off the light during the day, a training session on climate change, and crossword & video competitions were held for the entire Zinc Parivar. With the vision of creating a sustainable future, Hindustan Zinc encouraged children to conserve energy by adopting unique ways and creating a video about it. The fun activities resulted in huge participation which motivated them to become ESG Champions.
Hindustan Zinc, a Vedanta group company and India’s largest & only integrated producer of Zinc, Lead & Silver, has been ranked among the top 3 sustainable companies in the metal and mining sector by S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment. The company’s dedication to responsible growth is demonstrated through their Sustainability Goals 2025. Through new-age technology and innovation, they are constantly working towards achieving their core vision of Net Zero emissions by 2050.
About Hindustan Zinc Limited
Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 and NSE: HINDZINC), a Vedanta Group company, is the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and the third-largest silver producer. The company supplies to more than 40 countries and holds a market share of about 75% of the primary zinc market in India. Hindustan Zinc has been recognized as the world’s most sustainable company in the metals and mining category for the second consecutive year by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2024, reflecting its operational excellence, innovation, and leading ESG practices. The company also launched EcoZen, Asia’s first low carbon ‘green’ zinc brand. Produced using renewable energy, EcoZen has a carbon footprint of less than 1 tonne of carbon equivalent per tonne of zinc produced, about 75% lower than the global average. Hindustan Zinc is also a certified 2.41 times Water-Positive company and is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. Transforming the lives of 1.9 million people through its focused social welfare initiatives, Hindustan Zinc is among the Top 10 CSR companies in India. As an energy transition metals company, Hindustan Zinc is pivotal in providing critical metals essential for a sustainable future.
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