In 2024, Samsung SDI 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) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 159,442a | 175,116a | 175,061a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 151,833a | 165,853a | 162,960a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 75,996a | 90,266a | 84,514a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 1,629a | 4,743a | 7,334a |
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In 2024, Samsung SDI generated a total of 159,442metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 95.23% of Samsung SDI's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 4.77% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, Samsung SDI reported a total waste generation of 159,442 metric tonnes, of which 95.23% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Samsung SDI has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2022, Samsung SDI's total waste generation decreased by 8.92%, including a further 8.95% drop in 2024, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Samsung SDI's waste recovery rate increased by 2.3%, while holding steady in 2024, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.a
Overall, Samsung SDI’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 2024, Samsung SDI generated a total of 159,442 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 47.66% of Samsung SDI'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.52.34% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2022, Samsung SDI's total waste generation decreased by 8.92%, with an additional 8.95% decline in 2024, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, Samsung SDI reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 1.27%, with a further 7.53% decline in 2024, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Samsung SDI has made consistent and substantial progress in reducing both the quantity and the danger of its waste, highlighting a strong, well-executed waste strategy focused on minimizing environmental impact.a
In 2024, Samsung SDI reported that 75,996 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 47.66% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (92.13%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Samsung SDI has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a