In 2025, Kolon Industries 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 | 47,915.9a | 44,426.2a | 37,703.2a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 38,097.7a | 37,938.8a | 31,003.6a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 20,091a | 18,635.4a | 12,490.7a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 6,685.7a | 3,225.6a | 3,334a |
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In 2025, Kolon Industries generated a total of 47,916metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 79.51% of Kolon Industries's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 23.98% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Kolon Industries reported a total waste generation of 47,916 metric tonnes, of which 79.51% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Kolon Industries has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2023, Kolon Industries's total waste generation increased by 27.09%, including a 7.86%increase in 2025, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.a
Over the same period, Kolon Industries's waste recovery rate declined by 3.31%, with a further 6.89% drop in 2025, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.a
Overall, Kolon Industries is generating more waste while simultaneously backsliding on recovery efforts, both in the short and long term. This dual negative trend raises concerns about the company’s waste management priorities and its alignment with sustainability goals.
In 2025, Kolon Industries generated a total of 47,916 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 41.93% of Kolon Industries'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.54.88% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.The remaining 3.19% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
Since 2023, Kolon Industries's total waste generation increased by 27.09%, including a 7.86% rise in 2025, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste increased by 26.56%, while holding steady in 2025, pointing to potential stagnation in efforts to reduce harmful waste types after a period of worsening performance.a
Overall, Kolon Industries'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, Kolon Industries reported that 20,091 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 41.93% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (84.43%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Kolon Industries has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a