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Surjagarh Iron Ore Mine set to become India’s first certified ‘green mine’ in Gadchiroli.
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Eliminates 32,000 tonnes of CO₂ yearly, targets 50,000 tonnes with 100 electric vehicles by FY26.
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Maharashtra’s first 87-km slurry pipeline cuts 61,000 tonnes of emissions annually.
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BHQ beneficiation unlocks 15 MTPA high-grade iron ore from 700 million tonnes of waste.
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Mission Green plants over 3 lakh trees and designates 377 hectares as a reserved forest.
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Revives Hedri, manages water bodies; reuses 85% of treated wastewater for water-positive operations.
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Simulator-based welding training achieves zero emissions, certifies 40 trainees.
Mumbai: Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited, in collaboration with the Lloyds Infinite Foundation, launched transformative sustainability initiatives, cementing its role as India’s leading industrial sustainability pioneer. The Surjagarh Iron Ore Mine in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district is on track to become the nation’s first certified ‘green mine,’ setting a benchmark in sustainable mining and green steel production. This move underscores Lloyd’s commitment to decarbonization and community-driven ecological progress.
The Surjagarh Mine drives sustainability with cutting-edge measures. It eliminates 32,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually, with plans to reduce this to 50,000 tonnes through the integration of renewable energy. The world’s first electric compressor excavator-mounted drill, along with a growing fleet of 100 electric vehicles by FY26, enhances efficiency. Additionally, Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with solar and wind energy partners ensure green energy supplies from Q2 of FY25. “Sustainability is our opportunity to redefine industrial growth,” said Managing Director B. Prabhakaran. “We’re building a model for responsible mining and inclusive development.”
Transitioning to logistics, Lloyds introduced Maharashtra’s first 87-km slurry pipeline, which slashes 61,000 tonnes of emissions yearly and saves ₹500–600 per tonne. This innovation marks a significant step toward low-carbon logistics. Meanwhile, the company pioneers India’s first Banded Hematite Quartzite (BHQ) beneficiation, converting 700 million tonnes of waste into 15 MTPA high-grade iron ore by FY27, using energy-efficient HPGR and vertical mills to support circular economy goals.
Under Mission Green, Lloyds planted over 3 lakh trees and designated 377 hectares as reserved forest, boosting biodiversity. The company rejuvenated the Hedri and Manger water bodies, increasing their capacity by 1.45 lakh cubic meters, and reuses 85% of the treated wastewater. Solar lighting and recharge wells further enhance the environmental impact. Additionally, simulator-based welding training, with zero emissions, has certified 40 trainees, with expansion plans.
Lloyds integrates green energy through 100 MW renewable projects and utilizes bamboo dust as a biomass fuel, reducing boiler emissions by 14%. Full reuse of DRI and washery byproducts powers captive generation. Through the Lloyds Infinite Foundation, the company drives community-led conservation and climate awareness in Maharashtra’s tribal areas. As India advances toward Net Zero, Lloyds transforms mines into green zones, logistics into low-carbon corridors, and waste into value.