In 2025, KB Financial Group 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 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 | 4,593a | 5,658a | 7,460a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 1,062a | 1,040a | 1,171a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, KB Financial Group generated a total of 4,593metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 23.12% of KB Financial Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 76.88% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, KB Financial Group reported a total waste generation of 4,593 metric tonnes, of which 23.12% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that KB Financial Group may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2023, KB Financial Group's total waste generation decreased by 38.43%, including a further 18.82% drop in 2025, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, KB Financial Group's waste recovery rate increased by 47.3%, including a 25.79% rise in 2025, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, KB Financial Group has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.