50,000 hectares of barren mining land in India transformed into green forests by coal PSUs, absorbing 2.5 million tonnes of CO2 annually.

India's coal and lignite PSUs have transformed 50,000 hectares of barren land in mining regions into green forests, absorbing 2.5 million tonnes of CO2 annually. These efforts align with India's NDC target and demonstrate the coal sector's potential in promoting environmental sustainability, combating desertification, and enhancing drought resilience. The Coal Ministry's report outlines future plantation initiatives planned until 2030.

June 04, 2024
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