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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Renewable Energy Consumed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Non-renewable Energy Consumed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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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. a
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. a
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.
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. a
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. a
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.