New Delhi: National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), one of India’s leading producers of aluminium and alumina, has received a major recognition for its efforts in promoting sustainable industrial practices. The company has been conferred the IIM Sustainability Award in the Non-Ferrous Category under Large Integrated Manufacturing Plants, an honour presented by The Indian Institute of Metals (IIM).
The award highlights NALCO’s strong commitment to sustainable growth, responsible mining, environmental stewardship, and efficient metal production. As environmental accountability becomes a core priority for industries worldwide, NALCO’s model of integrating sustainability with large-scale operations has earned it significant appreciation within the metals and mining sector.
Recognition for Leadership Excellence
In addition to the corporate honour, Mr. Sachidanandan Jena, Executive Director (S&P), received the prestigious IIM NALCO Gold Medal Award 2025. This individual recognition celebrates his contributions to advancing safe and sustainable production practices, operational innovation, and leadership in the metals industry. Jena’s award further underscores NALCO’s strong culture of excellence and its emphasis on driving positive industry-wide impact through its senior leadership.
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Commitment to Sustainability and Responsible Mining
NALCO has consistently undertaken initiatives that align with global sustainability standards—whether through improved energy efficiency, adoption of green technologies, or restoration of mining areas. The award affirms the company’s efforts to balance industrial growth with ecological responsibility, an approach that has positioned it as one of India’s most respected public-sector enterprises in the metals domain.
About NALCO
About NALCO
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) is a Navratna public sector company under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India. Established in 1981, NALCO is one of India’s largest integrated aluminium producers, specializing in bauxite mining, alumina refining, and aluminium production. The company plays a pivotal role in India’s aluminium supply chain and is recognized for its sustainable mining practices and operational excellence.
