Bhubaneswar: India’s leading public sector enterprise in the mining and metals sector, National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), has achieved a remarkable milestone by bagging multiple prestigious awards in 2025. The recognitions span across categories including workplace management, environmental excellence, and sustainable mining – further solidifying NALCO’s reputation as a champion of operational excellence and green initiatives.
Koraput Alumina Refinery Bags ‘Par Excellence’ 5S Award
NALCO’s Alumina Refinery and M&R Complex at Koraput, Odisha, has been conferred with the 5S Award in the Par Excellence category by the Quality Circle Forum of India (QCFI) in collaboration with the Union of Japanese Scientists and Engineers (JUSE).
This highly coveted award recognizes the unit’s exceptional implementation of the 5S Workplace Management System – Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. The result has been enhanced productivity, improved workplace safety, and better environmental performance, marking NALCO’s continued commitment to operational efficiency and workplace quality.
Captive Power Plant Wins Mission Energy Foundation’s Environment Excellence Award
Adding another feather to its cap, NALCO’s Captive Power Plant (CPP) received the Environment Excellence Award 2025 from the Mission Energy Foundation, under the <250 MW Coal-Based Category.
The award was presented to Shri Pankaj Kumar Sharma, Director (Production), NALCO, who accepted the honor on behalf of the company. This recognition affirms the CPP’s efforts in sustainable energy management, emission control, and responsible energy production.
Greentech Environment Awards for Panchpatmali Bauxite Mines and Alumina Refinery
At the 24th Global Environment & Sustainability Summit 2025, NALCO’s Panchpatmali Bauxite Mines and Alumina Refinery in Koraput were jointly awarded the Greentech Environment Awards. The award recognizes the company’s:
- Commitment to environmental protection
- Adoption of sustainable mining practices
- Proactive biodiversity conservation efforts
These accolades underscore NALCO’s integrated approach toward responsible mining and refining, while safeguarding ecological balance in mineral-rich regions.
A Leader in Sustainability and Innovation
These recognitions come at a crucial time when industries across the globe are under pressure to align with sustainable development goals (SDGs). NALCO’s multifaceted efforts – spanning clean energy, workplace excellence, and environmental protection – illustrate its visionary leadership and commitment to responsible business.
