In 2025, Aluminum Corporation of China conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards.The company provided a breakdown of its waste by type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 49,063,984a | 53,142,782a | 46,586,100a | |
Total Waste Recovered | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 332,584a | 354,082a | 541,200a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, Aluminum Corporation of China generated a total of 49,063,984 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.68% of Aluminum Corporation of China's total waste generated of was classified as hazardous waste, characterized by properties such as toxicity, flammability, corrosiveness, or reactivity that may pose risks to human health, ecosystems, or the environment.99.32% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, Aluminum Corporation of China's total waste generation rose by 5.32%, but dropped by 7.68% in 2025, indicating a possible turning point driven by improved waste-reduction practices or production slowdowns.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 41.65%, yet rose by 1.74% in 2025, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.a
Overall, Aluminum Corporation of China's waste and hazardousness trends are mixed or inconclusive. A more detailed review of its materials, industry standards, and operational changes would help clarify the net environmental impact of its waste strategy.a