In 2025, Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical 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 | 7,586.89a | 6,302.9a | 5,382.55a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 3,171.39a | 1,853.03a | 19.48a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 3,666.43a | 2,536.06a | 1,760.79a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical generated a total of 7,587metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 41.8% of Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 58.2% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical reported a total waste generation of 7,587 metric tonnes, of which 41.8% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2022, Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical's total waste generation increased by 12.61%, including a 20.37%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, Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical's waste recovery rate increased by 8,039.71%, including a 42.18% rise in 2025, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical has seen a consistent rise in waste generation both over the long term and in the year 2025. 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.
In 2025, Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical generated a total of 7,587 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 48.33% of Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical'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.30.45% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.The remaining 21.22% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
Since 2022, Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical's total waste generation increased by 12.61%, including a 20.37% 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 in Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical's total output increased by 837.99%, including a further 20.1% rise in 2025, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.a
Overall, Petrovietnam Refining and Petrochemical has seen a continuous rise in both total waste and hazardous waste over time, signaling a worsening environmental impact that may require urgent reassessment of material sourcing, production processes, or waste mitigation strategies.a