Kuala Lumpur Kepong Bhd

Common Name
Kuala Lumpur Kepong
Country
Malaysia
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Conglomerates
Employees
38,231
Ticker
KLK
Exchange
BURSA MALAYSIA
Description
Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad is a leading Malaysian multinational conglomerate primarily involved in the plantation, manufacturing, and property development sectors. Established in 1906, it is best know...

Kuala Lumpur Kepong Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Kuala Lumpur Kepong 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.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Insights into Kuala Lumpur Kepong's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Kuala Lumpur Kepong generated a total of 40,236 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 33.31% of Kuala Lumpur Kepong's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 66.69% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Kuala Lumpur Kepong's Waste Recovery Rate

33%

How much of Kuala Lumpur Kepong's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Kuala Lumpur Kepong reported a total waste generation of 40,236 metric tonnes, of which 33.31% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Kuala Lumpur Kepong is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

Has Kuala Lumpur Kepong reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2021, Kuala Lumpur Kepong's total waste generation increased by 13.46%, including a 7.06% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.

Over the same period, Kuala Lumpur Kepong's waste recovery rate increased by 9.09%, including a 12.29% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.

Overall, Kuala Lumpur Kepong has seen a consistent rise in waste generation both over the long term and in the year 2023. However, the company has also steadily improved its waste recovery performance, suggesting that it is actively working to offset the environmental consequences of increased production through enhanced circularity efforts.

Kuala Lumpur Kepong’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

202120222023015 k30 k45 k60 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Kuala Lumpur Kepong’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Kuala Lumpur Kepong generated a total of 40,236 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 26.12% of Kuala Lumpur Kepong'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. 73.88% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Kuala Lumpur Kepong’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

202120222023015 k30 k45 k60 ktonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Kuala Lumpur Kepong reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2021, Kuala Lumpur Kepong's total waste generation increased by 13.46%, including a 7.06% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.

Over the same period, Kuala Lumpur Kepong reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 16.31%, with a further 21.24% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.

Overall, Kuala Lumpur Kepong is generating more waste but has significantly reduced the share of hazardous materials, suggesting a partial decoupling of volume and toxicity that could reflect more responsible inputs or enhanced treatment.

How does Kuala Lumpur Kepong treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Kuala Lumpur Kepong reported that 10,511 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 26.12% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 25.56% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.

Breakdown of Kuala Lumpur Kepong's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Hazardous WasteDisposed(19.4%)Hazardous WasteRecovered(6.7%)Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(47.2%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(26.6%)
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