New Delhi, September 18, 2025: In a significant move to support India’s ambitious green growth trajectory, Vedanta Group, a pivotal player in the sectors of critical minerals, transition metals, and energy, has announced major expansions in its portfolio. This initiative is set to fortify India’s capabilities in renewable energy and technology, with transition metals now comprising nearly 70% of Vedanta’s revenue.
Strategic Expansions and Acquisitions
The company is intensifying its focus on securing crucial mineral resources within India, including rare earth elements, vanadium, graphite, and tungsten. These materials are essential for the development of modern technologies and will enhance India’s autonomy over its clean energy resources. As India’s exclusive nickel producer, Vedanta is integral in providing materials that are essential for lithium-ion batteries and other renewable energy technologies.
Vedanta is also making significant strides in its zinc and aluminium production capacities. Hindustan Zinc, a Vedanta company and the world’s leading integrated zinc producer, is set to double its output of zinc, lead, and silver under its ambitious 2x growth plan. These elements are crucial for solar power, electronics, and clean energy solutions, all of which are manufactured within India.
Additionally, Vedanta is planning to increase its aluminium production capacity from 2.4 MTPA to 3.1 MTPA by FY28. The company has introduced innovative low-carbon aluminium products, Restora and Restora Ultra, marking significant milestones as India’s first ‘green’ aluminium solutions.
Enhancing Energy Security with Natural Gas
In alignment with India’s goal to increase the share of natural gas in its energy mix to 15% by 2030, Vedanta is expanding its natural gas portfolio. This expansion is crucial in reducing India’s dependence on imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) and transitioning from traditional fossil fuels to cleaner energy alternatives.
Global Operations and Environmental Commitments
Globally, Vedanta operates Konkola Copper Mines in Zambia, one of the most abundant copper deposits worldwide. Plans are also underway to establish a large-scale copper smelter in Saudi Arabia, further broadening Vedanta’s international presence in critical minerals.
Vedanta’s CEO, Deshnee Naidoo, emphasized the company’s alignment with India’s dual objectives of economic upgrading and environmental sustainability. “India’s unique position as a major economy transitioning to a green future while upgrading its income levels is challenging but vital,” Naidoo stated. “Vedanta is committed to this vision, with a significant portion of our revenue generated from transition metals.”
Commitment to Sustainability
Vedanta has demonstrated a profound commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles by integrating sustainability into the core of its operations. Over the past three years, the company has successfully mitigated 28 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions. Vedanta’s green initiatives include producing the first green aluminium and zinc in India and Asia, respectively, enhancing water positivity, and promoting extensive afforestation.
With 1.9 GW of renewable energy installations already operational and plans to achieve 2.5 GW of continuous renewable capacity, Vedanta is on track to reduce its emissions by 25% by the year 2030.
This comprehensive strategy not only aims to elevate India’s industrial sector but also to embed sustainable practices deeply into the fabric of its growth narrative, ensuring a greener, more resilient future.
