Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 | NSE: HINDZINC), the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and among the top ten silver producers globally, has planted more than 8.55 lakh saplings across its operations since 2020, reinforcing its long-term commitment to biodiversity conservation, ecological restoration and climate resilience. The plantations, spread across Rajasthan and Uttarakhand, form part of the company’s broader strategy to restore ecosystems, expand native green cover and strengthen environmental sustainability in mining regions.
During FY2025-26, Hindustan Zinc planted 1,13,500 saplings, supporting its target of contributing to healthier ecosystems and reversing biodiversity loss by 2030. The company’s initiatives combine scientific afforestation, habitat restoration and biodiversity management to improve ecosystem health while enhancing the resilience of landscapes surrounding its mining and smelting operations.
Commenting on the milestone, Arun Misra, Chief Executive Officer, Hindustan Zinc, said, “Responsible mining is about creating long-term environmental value alongside operational excellence. Our focus is on restoring degraded landscapes, conserving biodiversity and strengthening ecosystems through science-led interventions and collaborative partnerships. These efforts reflect our commitment to ensuring that industrial growth contributes positively to the environment and the communities around our operations.”
Across its business units, Hindustan Zinc continues to implement projects designed to address local ecological priorities. At the Chanderiya Lead-Zinc Smelter, the company has restored 22.25 hectares of the Jarofix Yard using Mycorrhiza technology and is working towards developing 250 hectares of natural forest. The Green Zawar Initiative has expanded plantation drives in Rawa village, encouraging community participation while improving local biodiversity.
The company has also introduced the Miyawaki plantation technique at Rajpura Dariba, Chanderiya, Debari and Kayad, creating dense native forests that support faster ecological regeneration, greater biodiversity and increased carbon sequestration. To sustain future afforestation programmes, Rampura Agucha Mines has established dedicated nurseries for raising native plant species.
Supporting these initiatives, Hindustan Zinc has developed and updated Biodiversity Management Plans across its operations in collaboration with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The plans are aligned with the company’s commitment to achieving No Net Loss of Biodiversity through conservation, habitat enhancement and continuous ecological monitoring.
A Vedanta Group company, Hindustan Zinc continues to integrate nature conservation into every stage of its mining operations. As the first Indian metals and mining company to join the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), the company is advancing responsible mining practices through ecosystem restoration, biodiversity conservation and sustainable resource management, contributing to India’s environmental goals while setting higher benchmarks for the global mining industry.
