Hindustan Zinc Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Advantek Associates LLP and Aero Eagle Automobiles Private Limited to explore the adoption of green hydrogen and alternative clean energy solutions across its mining operations. The collaboration is the first such initiative in India's mining sector focused on hydrogen fuel solutions.
The partnership will conduct feasibility assessments for hydrogen-based technologies, including green hydrogen generation, storage, dispensing infrastructure, and hydrogen-powered equipment. The scope includes evaluation of Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine and fuel cell technologies across mining and industrial applications.
A key area of exploration is the use of hydrogen fuel solutions in underground mining environments, positioning Hindustan Zinc among the early movers to assess such applications in India's mining sector. The initiative follows a phased approach, beginning with technical, operational, safety, environmental, and financial feasibility studies.
Applications under assessment include underground mining, heavy earth-moving machinery, surface vehicles, generators, and other operational assets. Based on feasibility outcomes, the collaboration may be scaled for broader deployment across mining equipment.
The collaboration supports Hindustan Zinc's goal to achieve Net Zero by 2050 or sooner through low-carbon and technology-led mining operations. Renewable energy now accounts for nearly 18 percent of the company's power mix, achieved through cleaner technologies and operational efficiency measures.
Arun Misra, CEO of Hindustan Zinc, said hydrogen can support cleaner mobility and reduce emissions from heavy-duty equipment. Hindustan Zinc has been recognised 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 is a Vedanta group entity and supplies to more than 40 countries.
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