Kakao Corp
Kakao's Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Kakao 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
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Insights into Kakao's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Kakao generated a total of 577metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 55.81% of Kakao's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 44.19% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
Kakao's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Kakao's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Kakao reported a total waste generation of 577 metric tonnes, of which 55.81% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Kakao is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Has Kakao reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2023, Kakao's total waste generation has increased by 106.81%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.a
Over the same period, Kakao's waste recovery rate increased by 498.84%.a
Kakao’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered