Hindustan Zinc Limited has officially launched India’s inaugural 250 Metric Tonne capacity electric crane at its Zinc Smelter facility in Debari, Rajasthan. This innovative hybrid lifting equipment is designed to operate on both electric and diesel power, representing a significant advancement in the company’s efforts to decarbonise its operations.

This deployment is part of a broader initiative focused on integrating clean technologies into industrial processes. The introduction of this crane is seen as a vital step in Hindustan Zinc’s push towards sustainability, aligning with its strategic goals to reduce energy consumption and emissions.

Over the past three years, Hindustan Zinc has rolled out multiple clean mobility solutions, which include the introduction of India’s first underground battery electric vehicles and an electric and LNG-powered logistics fleet. These advancements are crucial in strengthening the company’s environmental credentials.

Broader Sustainability Strategies

As part of its green roadmap, Hindustan Zinc has collaborated with GreenLine Mobility to establish Rajasthan’s largest fleet of electric bulkers, consisting of 40 vehicles. The company has also initiated a 41-bus green mobility project, which includes the introduction of two electric buses aimed at facilitating employee transit.

This year, Hindustan Zinc expanded its electric equipment portfolio by launching four electric loaders at the Rampura Agucha Mine, further cementing its commitment to environmentally friendly operations across its mining and smelting activities.

Arun Misra, the CEO of Hindustan Zinc, emphasized the importance of sustainability in the company’s operations. The introduction of the electric crane is seen as integral to their mission to shift towards low-carbon solutions, reinforcing their commitment to environmental stewardship within the industrial framework.

Impact on Emissions and Energy Efficiency

The new electric crane is projected to significantly decrease on-site emissions, with an estimated reduction of approximately 250.8 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent annually. This change comes from replacing a diesel crane that consumes around 93,600 litres of diesel each year, thereby enhancing energy efficiency in operational practices.

Deepak Garg, Managing Director of SANY India, noted that the partnership with Hindustan Zinc for the crane’s deployment underscores their shared commitment to developing innovative solutions that foster sustainable industrial practices. The initiative is expected to set a precedent for future technological advancements in the mining sector.

Earlier initiatives by Hindustan Zinc included the deployment of underground battery electric vehicles, establishing it as the first Indian company to do so in one of the world’s largest silver-producing underground mines. This has evolved into a model that effectively demonstrates the viability of clean alternatives in complex mining environments.

The company has also expanded its use of LNG trucks for logistics, making it the largest operator of LNG fleets in Rajasthan. Hindustan Zinc’s focus aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for 2030, particularly in clean energy and responsible production.

Ultimately, Hindustan Zinc aims to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050 or earlier, supported by a comprehensive roadmap that includes increasing its renewable energy share to nearly 18% of its power mix and reducing various levels of emissions by 25 to 50 per cent by 2030.

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