In 2023, Samsung Electronics 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 1,314,923a | 1,413,365a | 1,324,972a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 1,276,662a | 1,364,367a | 1,268,985a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 433,748a | 481,436a | 421,219a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2023, Samsung Electronics generated a total of 1,314,923metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 97.09% of Samsung Electronics's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 2.71% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Samsung Electronics reported a total waste generation of 1,314,923 metric tonnes, of which 97.09% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Samsung Electronics has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, Samsung Electronics's total waste generation remained relatively flat, but fell by 6.97% in 2023, which may reflect the beginning of a downward trend in material intensity or waste generation.a
Over the same period, Samsung Electronics's waste recovery rate increased by 1.37%, while holding steady in 2023, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.a
Overall, Samsung Electronics’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 2023, Samsung Electronics generated a total of 1,314,923 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 32.99% of Samsung Electronics'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.67.01% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Samsung Electronics's total waste generation remained largely unchanged, but decreased by 6.97% in 2023, which could signal the early stages of a reduction strategy.a
Over the same period, Samsung Electronics saw a long-term increase of 3.76% in hazardous waste share, but a 3.16% reduction in 2023, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.a
Overall, Samsung Electronics'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