In 2025, Hankook Tire & Technology 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 | 51,205.363a | 51,508.35a | 49,393.923a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 42,412.132a | 41,642.494a | 38,059.251a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 6,714.166a | 6,140.001a | 5,682.748a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 6,366.114a | 7,302.002a | 8,497.335a |
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In 2025, Hankook Tire & Technology generated a total of 51,205 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 13.11% of Hankook Tire & Technology'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.86.85% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, Hankook Tire & Technology's total waste generation rose by 3.67%, yet remained stable in 2025, suggesting recent efforts may have paused further escalation, though historical accumulation remains a concern.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Hankook Tire & Technology's total output increased by 13.97%, including a further 10% rise in 2025, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.a
Overall, Hankook Tire & Technology'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
In 2025, Hankook Tire & Technology reported that 6,714 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 13.11% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (64.13%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Hankook Tire & Technology has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a