World's Largest Zinc Producer Signs MoU With TERI For 250-Hectare Ecological Restoration Project In Rajasthan

On Monday, Indian equity benchmarks traded lower, with the benchmark Nifty 50 index declining 0.72 per cent to 23,198.25. Amid the weak market sentiment, Hindustan Zinc share price traded at Rs 563.55, down 0.57 per cent, after the company announced a large-scale ecological restoration initiative in partnership with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI).

Hindustan Zinc Signs MoU With TERI

Hindustan Zinc has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TERI to develop a 250-hectare ecological restoration project at its Chanderiya Lead Zinc Smelter Complex in Rajasthan.

The company stated that the initiative is expected to create the world's largest green cover within industrial premises. Located in Chittorgarh district, the project aims to transform industrial land into a self-sustaining natural ecosystem and forms part of the company's broader Sustainability Goal 2030.

Hindustan Zinc Focuses on Biodiversity Restoration

The restoration programme will be implemented through a scientific, multi-layered ecological approach involving native trees, shrubs, herbs and grasses suitable for the local ecosystem.

The project will also include invasive species management, restoration of water bodies and aquatic ecosystems, and the development of long-term maintenance and protection frameworks. TERI will support the initiative through species selection, ecological planning and implementation expertise.

Hindustan Zinc Builds on Existing Restoration Efforts

The latest initiative expands ongoing restoration work at the Chanderiya complex. Hindustan Zinc and TERI have already completed ecological restoration across 22.25 hectares at the Jarofix Yard, where zinc smelting residue is stored.

In addition, the company is developing a 6-hectare biodiversity park on a secured landfill site within the complex. Nearly 56,400 native trees have been planted using TERI's Mycorrhiza technology to support dense green cover in industrial conditions.

Hindustan Zinc Sustainability Roadmap

The project aligns with Hindustan Zinc's long-term sustainability strategy focused on biodiversity conservation, land rehabilitation, water stewardship, decarbonisation and responsible resource management.

The company has also signed a 530 MW round-the-clock renewable energy agreement, which is expected to meet more than 70 per cent of its power requirements. Initial power supply under the agreement has already commenced.

Additionally, Hindustan Zinc has improved its water recycling rate to 49 per cent and expanded its green mobility fleet to 232 vehicles, including electric and LNG-powered vehicles.

Hindustan Zinc ShareHolding Pattern: FII And DII Holdings Increase

According to the latest shareholding pattern, both Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) and Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) increased their stake in the company during the March 2026 quarter compared with the previous quarter, reflecting continued institutional interest in the stock.

Management Commentary

Commenting on the development, Arun Misra, CEO, Hindustan Zinc Limited, said: “At Hindustan Zinc, sustainability is paramount to how we operate. From water stewardship and circularity to decarbonisation and biodiversity conservation, our focus is on building responsible, future-ready operations. Our partnership with TERI reflects this commitment by transforming industrial land into resilient green ecosystems that support native biodiversity and ecological restoration. As the first Indian company to join ICMM, we continue to align with global benchmarks in sustainable mining and remain committed to creating lasting value for the environment, communities and the nation.”

About Hindustan Zinc

Hindustan Zinc Limited is India's largest and the world's second-largest integrated zinc producer, with a strong presence across the entire value chain of zinc, lead and silver production. The company operates multiple mining and smelting facilities across Rajasthan and has established itself as one of the lowest-cost producers in the global zinc industry. Its operations include underground mines, open-cast mines, concentrators, smelters, power plants and captive logistics infrastructure, enabling efficient and integrated production capabilities.

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