Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL) has become the first Indian company to join the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), marking a significant step for India in responsible mining practices.
The announcement was made on August 12, 2025, highlighting HZL's commitment to sustainable development, transparency, and ethical practices in the mining sector.
Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Chairperson of Hindustan Zinc Limited, stated that this milestone reaffirms the company's dedication to sustainability, innovation, and responsible resource development. She also noted the new opportunities for collaboration with global leaders in mining.
Arun Misra, CEO & Whole-time Director of Hindustan Zinc, emphasized that joining ICMM marks a new chapter in the company's Sustainability 2.0 journey, grounded in transparency, innovation, and global best practices.
Rohitesh Dhawan, President and CEO of ICMM, acknowledged the positive momentum and influence HZL brings to the broader mining industry.
Hindustan Zinc's membership follows a rigorous independent assessment and endorsement by ICMM's Council. The company's operations include silver-lead-zinc underground mines, smelters, and allied infrastructure across northwest India.
HZL is recognized for its sustainability practices and was ranked the world's most sustainable company in the metals and mining sector by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment in 2024 for the second consecutive year. The company has also adopted ambitious 2030 Sustainable Goals and is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 or sooner.
Hindustan Zinc was the first Indian metals & mining company to secure Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) validated targets. The company has reduced GHG emissions intensity by 15% in FY25 compared to the 2020 baseline while increasing production. It also received the first flow of renewable power used to produce Asia's first low-carbon zinc, EcoZen.
Hindustan Zinc is uniquely positioned to lead with purpose, balancing growth with environmental stewardship and social progress. Its ICMM membership cements its role as a global benchmark for responsible mining and amplifies India's voice in shaping the future of ethical resource development.
Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 and NSE: HINDZINC) is the world's largest integrated zinc producer and is among the top 5 silver producers globally, supplying to more than 40 countries. The company holds a market share of about 77% of the primary zinc market in India.
The company is committed to transforming the lives of 2.3 million people through focused social welfare initiatives and 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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Maitreyee Sankhla
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Hindustan Zinc Limited
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