THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU
NEW DELHI, APRIL 21, 2026
Marking World Earth Day (April
22) , Vedanta Limited announced a significant leap in its sustainability
journey, reporting an over 50 per cent increase in renewable energy consumption
to 3.97 billion units (BU) in FY26 compared to the previous fiscal. This
transition helped the company avoid approximately 3 million tonnes of carbon
dioxide emissions during the year.
The company’s diversified
portfolio of metals and critical minerals continues to play a pivotal role in
enabling advanced manufacturing and supporting the global energy transition.
Aluminium contributes to lightweight, energy-efficient mobility and power
transmission, while copper remains central to electrification and renewable
infrastructure such as wind turbines. Silver is vital for solar photovoltaic
technologies, and iron, steel, and zinc form the backbone of energy
infrastructure. Meanwhile, its power and oil & gas businesses continue to
ensure energy security as renewable generation scales up to meet rising demand.
Driven by integrated operations
and a strong focus on innovation, Vedanta is ensuring a steady domestic supply
of critical transition materials essential for low-carbon technologies and a
green economy. The company has also made measurable progress in its net-zero
journey, reducing its metals emissions intensity by 15 per cent — from a FY21
baseline of 6.45 tCO₂e per tonne of metal to 5.44 tCO₂e
per tonne in FY26 — reflecting enhanced operational efficiency.
In addition, Vedanta utilised
365 kilotonnes of biomass as an alternative fuel, resulting in an estimated
reduction of 0.5–0.6 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions. Its water
stewardship initiatives have also gained momentum, with Hindustan Zinc Limited,
Cairn Oil & Gas, and its Iron Ore Business achieving net water positivity,
underscoring the company’s commitment to embedding sustainability into core
operations.
Beyond its business footprint,
Vedanta continues to collaborate with communities, institutions, and
governments to drive grassroots climate action, integrating environmental
responsibility with long-term, inclusive development.
The company’s sustainability
efforts have earned global recognition. Hindustan Zinc Limited secured the top
global ranking in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026, while
Vedanta Group featured in the Yearbook for the third consecutive year. Vedanta Aluminium
was also ranked among the top 10 global companies, reflecting strong
environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.
Further strengthening its
global standing, Hindustan Zinc became the first Indian mining company to join
the International Council on Mining and Metals, aligning with international
best practices. The company also received the ICAI Sustainability Reporting
Award for excellence in business responsibility and sustainability reporting.
Vedanta recorded a CDP Water Score of A- and a Supplier Engagement Rating of
A-, while ESL Steel’s V-Xega TMT bars earned GreenPro Certification. Cairn Oil
& Gas also achieved the “Gold Standard Pathway” under the Oil and Gas
Methane Partnership 2.0.
Vedanta Aluminium expanded its low-carbon ‘green’ aluminium portfolio with the launch of “Restora” at BALCO, while its Iron Ore Business was recognised by the Federation of Indian Mineral Industries for best ESG practices, highlighting continued progress in responsible operations and sustainable innovation.
As the global community grapples with the escalating challenges of climate change, Vedanta reaffirmed its commitment to embedding sustainability at the core of its strategy — driving responsible growth, supporting high-tech manufacturing and the energy transition, and creating long-term value for all stakeholders.
