50 Figure 6 – ESG Framework Coal India Limited (CIL) implements the social dimension of its ESG framework through structured CSR initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life in mining-affected communities. Key areas include afforestation, healthcare, education, skill development, and livelihood support, addressing both immediate needs and long-term human capital development. In FY 2024–25, CIL’s CSR expenditure totaled ₹850.17 crore, exceeding statutory requirements under the Companies Act, 2013. Funds were primarily allocated to healthcare, nutrition, sanitation, education, and skill development, supporting flagship programmes such as the Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana and Nanha Sa Dil, reinforcing inclusive and sustainable development in coal-bearing regions. The ESG Pillars in Coal India Limited, as shown at Table 4. Table 4 – ESG Pillars in Coal India Limited ESG Pillar Key Focus Areas Major Initiatives / Measures Reported Outcomes / Significance Environmental (E) Land reclamation and mine closure Concurrent backfilling, progressive mine reclamation, bio-reclamation of overburden dumps, green belt development Reduction in postmining land degradation and long-term ecological restoration Air quality management Fixed and mobile water sprinklers, surface miners, IPCC systems, energyefficient HEMM, real-time air quality monitoring Significant reduction in PM₁₀ and PM₂.₅ emissions in mining areas Water management Rainwater harvesting, mine water recycling, zero-liquid discharge approaches at select sites Improved water use efficiency and reduced freshwater withdrawal
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