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Hindustan Zinc, TERI Partner for 250-Hectare Ecological Restoration Project in Rajasthan

By TheCSRUniverse Team Published 06 Jun 2026

Udaipur, June 06, 2026: Hindustan Zinc Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) to develop a 250-hectare ecological restoration project at its Chanderiya Lead Zinc Smelter Complex in Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh district.

According to the company, the initiative is expected to become one of the world’s largest green cover areas within an industrial premises and forms part of its Sustainability Goal 2030, which focuses on halting and reversing biodiversity loss while working towards a Net Positive Impact (NPI).

The project will adopt a scientific ecological restoration approach involving native trees, shrubs, herbs and grasses suited to the local landscape. It will also include invasive species management, conservation of water bodies and aquatic ecosystems, and long-term maintenance measures. TERI will provide technical support in species selection, planning, design and implementation.

The new project builds on the ongoing collaboration between Hindustan Zinc and TERI at the Chanderiya complex. Restoration activities covering 22.25 hectares at the Jarofix Yard have already been completed in two phases, transforming degraded industrial land into a biodiverse green area. In addition, a six-hectare biodiversity park is being developed on a secured landfill site within the complex.

Using TERI’s Mycorrhiza technology, nearly 56,400 native trees have been planted across the restored areas, helping establish green cover under challenging industrial conditions.

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.”

The initiative aligns with Hindustan Zinc’s broader ESG strategy, which includes land restoration, biodiversity conservation, water stewardship and decarbonisation. The company has also undertaken measures such as a 530 MW round-the-clock renewable energy agreement, improved water recycling rates to 49%, and expanded its fleet of electric and LNG-powered vehicles.

Hindustan Zinc, a Vedanta Group company, was recently ranked as the world’s most sustainable metals and mining company for the third consecutive year in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2025. The company said the restoration project reflects its continued focus on creating environmentally resilient industrial landscapes while supporting long-term ecological and community benefits.