In 2025, Korea Zinc 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 | 723,155a | 657,020a | 761,498a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 618,079a | 527,889a | 687,405a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 99,582a | 127,391a | 65,075a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 12,430a | 9,909a | 9,094a |
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In 2025, Korea Zinc generated a total of 723,155metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 85.47% of Korea Zinc's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 14.53% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Korea Zinc reported a total waste generation of 723,155 metric tonnes, of which 85.47% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Korea Zinc has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, Korea Zinc's total waste generation decreased by 11.9%, yet rose by 10.07% in 2025, potentially indicating a temporary operational shift or inconsistency in waste management outcomes.a
Over the same period, Korea Zinc's waste recovery rate declined by 7.62%, yet improved by 6.38% in 2025, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.a
Overall, Korea Zinc’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.
In 2025, Korea Zinc generated a total of 723,155 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 13.77% of Korea Zinc'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.86.23% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Korea Zinc's total waste generation fell by 11.9%, but rose by 10.07% in 2025, potentially reflecting a temporary surge in activity or inconsistency in waste control strategies.a
Over the same period, Korea Zinc saw a long-term increase of 120.37% in hazardous waste share, but a 28.98% reduction in 2025, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.a
Overall, Korea Zinc'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, Korea Zinc reported that 99,582 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 13.77% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Only 6.96% of hazardous waste was recovered, meaning the vast majority was treated through disposal methods such as landfilling or incineration. This raises concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with Korea Zinc’s current hazardous waste practices.a