Kao Corp
Kao Waste Data Preview
In 2023, 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) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Kao's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Kao generated a total of 194,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 90.72% of Kao's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 9.28% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Kao's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Kao's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Kao reported a total waste generation of 194,000 metric tonnes, of which 90.72% 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.
Has Kao reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, Kao's total waste generation decreased by 13.78%, including a further 8.92% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Kao’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Kao’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Kao generated a total of 194,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 11.34% of Kao'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. 88.66% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Kao’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Kao reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, Kao's total waste generation decreased by 13.78%, with an additional 8.92% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.
Overall, Kao'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.