Udaipur, June 6, 2025 — On the occasion of World Environment Day, Hindustan Zinc Limited, India’s leading and the world’s largest integrated zinc producer, announced a major milestone in its environmental stewardship journey by becoming 3.32 times water positive. This achievement, verified by DNV Business Assurance India Pvt. Ltd., marks a significant jump from the company’s previous certified score of 2.41 and underscores its commitment to sustainable and responsible water management.

Pioneering Water Stewardship in a Water-Stressed Region

Operating in the arid regions of Rajasthan—one of India’s most water-scarce states—Hindustan Zinc has reinforced its leadership in water conservation by maintaining a strict Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) policy. The company treats, recycles, and reuses all process water and effluents, significantly reducing its dependency on freshwater sources while aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.

“At Hindustan Zinc, water is not just a resource—it’s a shared legacy,” said Priya agarwal HebbarChairperson of Hindustan Zinc Limited. “Being 3.32 times water positive is a testament to our unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability. Through proactive initiatives such as water replenishment, ecosystem restoration, and community engagement, we are building resilience for a better future.”

Ambitious 2030 Sustainability Roadmap Announced

In tandem with this achievement, the company unveiled its 2030 Sustainability Goalsfocusing on multiple themes such as:

A standout commitment is Hindustan Zinc’s pledge to reduce freshwater consumption by 50% by 2030based on 2020 levels. Furthermore, the company aims to source 100% low-quality water for all smelting operations—thereby preserving high-quality water for local communities.

Planting the Seeds of a Greener Tomorrow

To commemorate World Environment Day, the company launched a massive plantation drivewith a target to plant over 1.5 lakh saplings across its operational areas in 2025. This initiative builds on its broader commitment to ecological restoration and environmental stewardship.

Additionally, Hindustan Zinc hosted a week-long series of community-focused events, including:

• Environmental quizzes and awareness campaigns

• Sapling distribution drives

• “Waste to Wealth” and “Resource Revival Challenge” competitions

• Eco-friendly cricket tournaments

These activities aimed to promote sustainable practices and climate-conscious thinking among employees and the broader community.

Setting New Industry Benchmarks

Hindustan Zinc continues to lead sustainability efforts within India’s metals and mining sector. It was the first Indian company in the sector to validate Science Based Targets (SBTi) aligned with the 1.5°C global climate target. Its Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) offer transparency into product lifecycle impacts, while the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) recently awarded the company an A- Leadership Band for outstanding water security and climate action in FY23.

With its holistic, forward-looking approach, Hindustan Zinc is not just meeting global sustainability standards—it’s helping define them for the future of responsible resource management.

Bhupendra singh chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur kiranhis insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.