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Hindustan Zinc and Tata Steel are teaming up to make steel a lot greener.
What’s happening: the two companies will expand the use of EcoZen, a low-carbon zinc, in steel production. So why does this matter? Zinc is used to coat steel and protect it from rust, which helps it last longer. Now, with EcoZen, this process becomes much more environmentally friendly.
What makes EcoZen different is how it’s made. It uses renewable energy and has a carbon footprint that’s about 75% lower than the global average.
For Tata Steel, this means greener sourcing and lower emissions across its operations. And for industries that rely on steel, it’s a step toward building more sustainable products without compromising on durability.
The demand picture: India remained a key player in primary zinc consumption, with FY2025 demand reaching 783 kt. The strong zinc consumption growth in FY2025 was supported by robust manufacturing and infrastructure investment.
