Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 | NSE: HINDZINC), the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and one of the top ten silver producers globally, has been included in the prestigious Dow Jones Best-in-Class (DJBIC) Emerging Markets Index 2026 for the first time. The recognition follows the latest rebalancing by S&P Dow Jones Indices and places the company among leading global corporations demonstrating excellence in environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance.
Previously known as the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, the DJBIC Index evaluates companies on long-term economic, environmental and social parameters. The index is widely tracked by global investors seeking responsible and sustainable investment opportunities across sectors and regions.
Commenting on the achievement, Arun Misra, CEO, Hindustan Zinc, said, “This recognition reflects our commitment to building a future-focused metals business rooted in sustainability, transparency and responsible operations. The future of mining will be shaped not only by scale, but also by accountability and innovation. As demand for responsibly sourced resources increases worldwide, Hindustan Zinc remains focused on creating resilient supply chains and reinforcing India’s position as a trusted global supplier of sustainably produced metals.”
The inclusion in the DJBIC Emerging Markets Index reinforces Hindustan Zinc’s standing among the highest-rated ESG performers in the global metals and mining sector. As of March 31, 2026, only 25 Indian companies are part of the index, with Hindustan Zinc and Vedanta Limited being the only representatives from India’s metals and mining industry.
A Vedanta Group company, Hindustan Zinc has consistently strengthened its sustainability credentials. The company was ranked the World’s Most Sustainable Company in the Metals & Mining sector by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2025. It also became the first Indian mining company to join the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM).
Hindustan Zinc recently introduced EcoZen, Asia’s first low-carbon zinc brand manufactured using renewable energy, delivering over 75 percent lower carbon intensity compared to conventional zinc production. The company is also certified as a 3.32 times water-positive organisation and has committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 or earlier.
