Hindustan Zinc Joins Dow Jones ESG Index, Marking a Milestone for Indian Mining Sector
Hindustan Zinc has been included in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index 2026 for Emerging Markets, marking its first entry into this global ESG benchmark. The index, formerly known as the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, evaluates companies based on their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. Hindustan Zinc is one of only 25 Indian companies in the index and one of two from India's metals and mining sector. Previously, the company was recognized as the world's most sustainable metals and mining company in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2025. CEO Arun Misra highlighted the company's commitment to responsible resource production and sustainable growth, with initiatives like EcoZen, a low-carbon zinc product, and a roadmap to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.