Vedanta group's iron ore mining, steel biz cut 2.5 MT of carbon emissions in last 5 yrs
Public Lokpal
June 04, 2026
Vedanta group's iron ore mining, steel biz cut 2.5 MT of carbon emissions in last 5 yrs
NEW DELHI: Vedanta group’s iron ore mining and steel business has reduced, avoided or sequestered nearly 2.5 million tonne of carbon emissions in the last five years through a range of sustainability initiatives across operations, the company said on Thursday.
The moves, spanning ecosystem restoration, renewable energy adoption and cleaner industrial practices, form part of Vedanta’s broader push to decarbonise heavy industry and align with national and global climate goals.
On World Environment Day, Vedanta Iron And Steel Ltd (VISL), reaffirmed its commitment to building a lower-carbon future, showcasing how a traditional mining and metals enterprise can evolve into a leader in sustainable practices. At the heart of VISL’s decarbonisation journey is the adoption of cleaner technologies. Electric passenger vehicles, wheel loaders, and forklifts now power its operations, saving nearly 800 kilolitres of diesel annually and cutting greenhouse gas emissions significantly. PTI