Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 | NSE: HINDZINC), the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and one of the top five silver producers globally, has received the “Best BRSR Report – Manufacturing (Large Cap)” award at the 4th ICAI Sustainability Reporting Awards organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). The recognition highlights the company’s continued focus on ethical governance, responsible manufacturing practices, and transparent disclosures aligned with globally benchmarked ESG standards.
In India, Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) is SEBI’s mandatory ESG disclosure framework for the top 1,000 listed companies. The award reflects the growing expectation from investors and regulators for sustainability disclosures that are measurable, comparable, and verifiable, supported by data rather than narrative statements.
Hindustan Zinc’s FY 2024–25 BRSR was recognized for governance-led reporting and structured disclosure of material ESG indicators. These include energy and emissions, water management, biodiversity, occupational health and safety, community impact, and business conduct—presented with clarity and quantitative strength for stakeholder assessment.
Commenting on the award, Arun Misra, CEO of Hindustan Zinc, said, “This recognition strengthens our belief that sustainability must be embedded in the way we operate, govern, and report. Transparent, high-quality disclosure is not only about compliance—it is central to building long-term trust. As we progress toward a responsible multi-metal future, we remain committed to combining measurable action with credible, decision-useful reporting.”
Hindustan Zinc has consistently taken an early lead in sustainability and governance disclosures in India, often adopting international practices before they became mandatory. The company voluntarily introduced BRSR reporting in FY 2021–22, one year before SEBI made it mandatory, reflecting its proactive approach to ESG transparency.
Over time, Hindustan Zinc has developed a strong reporting structure across multiple voluntary frameworks, including a Sustainability Report aligned with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), UN Global Compact principles, and the Federation of Indian Mineral Industries (FIMI) Sustainable Mining Initiative. The company also publishes a Climate Action Report aligned with IFRS S2 (earlier aligned to TCFD) and released India’s first TNFD (Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures) report in the metals and mining sector.
Its Integrated Annual Report has previously been recognized by the League of American Communications Professionals (LACP) for excellence in reporting. The company has also expanded transparency through voluntary reporting on tax practices and nature-related risks, supporting a more assured, globally aligned disclosure approach for investors and stakeholders.
Hindustan Zinc follows a long-term sustainability strategy focused on decarbonisation, clean energy transition, and responsible resource management across operations. In March 2025, the company strengthened its renewable energy plan by signing a round-the-clock Power Delivery Agreement with Serentica Renewables. The agreement will raise its green power capacity to 530 MW and supports its target of sourcing 70% of electricity from renewables by FY28.
This renewable shift supports Hindustan Zinc’s Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)-validated decarbonisation pathway and its commitment to reach Net Zero emissions by 2050 or earlier, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. During the year, Hindustan Zinc reported greenhouse gas emission savings of 6.7 lakh tonnes, increased renewable energy share to nearly 19% of its total power mix, and was ranked the world’s most sustainable metals and mining company for the third consecutive year by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment. The company also became India’s first member of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), reinforcing its role in responsible mining leadership.
Hindustan Zinc continues its transformation into a multi-metal company supported by green technologies, operational excellence, and responsible growth. The latest award strengthens its position as one of India’s leading corporate examples of sustainability-focused governance and reporting.
Hindustan Zinc Limited, a Vedanta Group company, supplies products to over 40 countries and holds approximately 77% share of India’s primary zinc market. The company was ranked the world’s most sustainable company in the metals and mining category for the third consecutive year by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2025 and became the first Indian company to join ICMM in 2025.
The company also launched EcoZen, described as Asia’s first low-carbon “green zinc” brand. Produced using renewable energy, EcoZen has a carbon footprint of less than one tonne of carbon equivalent per tonne of zinc produced—around 75% lower than the global industry average. Hindustan Zinc is also certified as a 3.32x water-positive company and remains committed to reaching Net Zero emissions by 2050 or earlier.
Through its social development programs, Hindustan Zinc reports that it has supported the lives of 2.3 million people and is listed among the Top 10 CSR companies in India. As an energy-transition metals company, Hindustan Zinc plays a key role in supplying metals essential to long-term sustainable development.
