Asia's First Green Zinc: Hindustan Zinc Launches EcoZen

Hindustan Zinc Limited, India’s largest and the world’s second-largest integrated Zinc producer, has introduced EcoZen, its new low-carbon 'green' zinc brand. Hindustan Zinc has unveiled Asia’s first low-Carbon 'green' zinc for its international customers. Certified as low-carbon by a leading global sustainability consulting firm through a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), EcoZen has a carbon footprint of less than one tonne of carbon equivalent per tonne of zinc. Produced using renewable energy, EcoZen's carbon footprint is approximately 75% lower than the global average.

Zinc is primarily used for the galvanization of steel, protecting it from corrosion, making it a vital mineral for modern life. EcoZen underscores Hindustan Zinc’s dedication to decarbonizing its operations and providing customers with a significant competitive edge, enabling them to offer more sustainable options. This new product will contribute to an estimated 400 kg reduction in carbon emissions across the value chain for every tonne of steel galvanized with Hindustan Zinc’s EcoZen.

Hindustan Zinc’s new low-carbon 'green' zinc, branded as EcoZen, represents the pinnacle of eco-friendliness and quality. The name reflects its commitment to sustainability and durability. EcoZen boasts one of the lowest global warming potential (GWP) values available, being approximately 75% lower than the global average. Its certification process employs a mass-balance approach and follows the cradle-to-gate methodology to ensure its eco-friendly credentials.

In alignment with its verified Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitment to cut carbon emissions by 50% by 2030, Hindustan Zinc is actively working to reduce its carbon footprint. The company is increasing the share of renewable energy in its power mix and enhancing operational efficiency. Recently, Hindustan Zinc began receiving round-the-clock renewable energy as part of a 450 MW power delivery agreement, complementing its existing 40.7 MW of captive solar power. These efforts have contributed to a 14% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity for FY24 compared to 2020.

Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Chairperson of Hindustan Zinc and Non-Executive Director of the Vedanta Group, emphasized the company's unwavering focus on sustainability as central to their business strategy. The launch of EcoZen represents a significant step towards their goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050. Hebbar praised the company's efforts to set global standards in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and noted how Vedanta's Hindustan Zinc is transforming the natural resources industry through safer, smarter, and more sustainable practices and products.

Arun Misra, CEO of Hindustan Zinc Limited, highlighted the significance of the EcoZen product launch as a landmark achievement in the company's efforts to decarbonize its operations. He noted that EcoZen caters to environmentally conscious customers who seek to reduce their supply chain's carbon footprint. This launch aligns with Hindustan Zinc’s net-zero goals and reflects their commitment to sustainability. With a carbon footprint of less than one tonne of carbon equivalent, EcoZen stands out as one of the most sustainable low-carbon zinc options available. It is designed to enhance infrastructure protection and support technologies crucial for the low-carbon transition.