In 2025, Kao 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 | 192,000a | 196,000a | 196,000a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 175,000a | 178,000a | 176,000a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 28,000a | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, Kao generated a total of 192,000metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 91.15% of Kao's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 8.85% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Kao reported a total waste generation of 192,000 metric tonnes, of which 91.15% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Kao has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2023, Kao's total waste generation decreased by 2.04%, including a further 2.04% drop in 2025, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Kao's waste recovery rate increased by 1.5%, while holding steady in 2025, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.a
Overall, Kao’s waste generation and recovery data show a mixed and inconsistent trend. A deeper analysis of the company's activities, industry benchmarks, and operational changes is needed to assess its sustainability performance more precisely.