KT&G Corp

Common Name
KT&G
Country
South Korea
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Tobacco
Employees
4,250
Ticker
033780
Exchange
KOREA EXCHANGE
Description
KT&G Corp. is a prominent South Korean company engaged in the manufacturing and marketing of various tobacco and related products. Originally part of Korea Tobacco & Ginseng Corporation, it operates p...

KT&G Energy Data Preview

In 2023, KT&G disclosed key data related to its energy management practices, providing transparency into its operational energy use in line with recognized sustainability reporting frameworks.

KT&G disclosed progress toward renewable energy adoption, highlighting the share of total energy sourced from renewable versus non-renewable sources.

However, KT&G did not provide a breakdown of its energy sources or generation technologies, limiting visibility into its energy mix and the role of renewables versus fossil fuels.

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Total Energy Consumed
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Insights into KT&G's Energy Renewability

In 2023, KT&G consumed a total of 4.09 million Gigajoules of energy across its operations. Of this total, 8.41% was sourced from renewable energy, either derived from natural resources like biofuels, biomass, or biogas, or generated using renewable technologies such as solar or wind power. The remaining 91.59% was classified as non-renewable energy, coming from fossil-based fuels such as coal, natural gas, or crude oil, or from non-renewable generation technologies like nuclear power.

KT&G's Energy Renewability Rate

8%

How much of KT&G's energy consumed is renewable?

In 2023, KT&G consumed a total of 4.09 million Gigajoules of energy, of which 8.41% was derived from renewable sources, including biofuels, biomass, biogas, solar, and wind power.

This low level of renewable energy use highlights a heavy reliance on fossil fuels or other non-renewable sources, suggesting that KT&G has considerable room to improve its energy sustainability strategy.

Are KT&G's energy practices becoming more sustainable?

Since 2020, KT&G's total energy consumption increased by 4.53%, but declined by 1.61% in 2023, suggesting a recent moderation in energy use.

Over the same period, the share of renewable energy in KT&G's consumption increased by 16,355.28%, including a 20.98% increase in 2023, showing consistent progress in clean energy adoption.

Overall, KT&G’s energy trends reveal a complex picture, with variations in total consumption and renewable sourcing. A closer examination of operational drivers and sourcing strategies is needed to fully assess the company’s environmental impact.

KT&G's Renewable vs Non-renewable Energy Over Time

4.3 M1.8 M699 k4.3 MGigajoules (GJ)2020202120222023100%100%93%92%
  • Renewable Energy Consumed
  • Non-renewable Energy Consumed
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