Yuhan Corp

Common Name
Yuhan
Country
South Korea
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic
Employees
2,038
Ticker
000100
Exchange
KOREA EXCHANGE
Description
Yuhan Corporation is a prominent entity in the pharmaceutical industry, dedicated to the research, development, and distribution of a wide range of medical products and services. Headquartered in Sout...

Yuhan Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Yuhan 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 Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into Yuhan's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Yuhan generated a total of 1,686 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 47.33% of Yuhan's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 52.67% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Yuhan's Waste Recovery Rate

47%

How much of Yuhan's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Yuhan reported a total waste generation of 1,686 metric tonnes, of which 47.33% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Yuhan is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

Has Yuhan reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2021, Yuhan's total waste generation increased by 10.34%, including a 13.15% 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, Yuhan's waste recovery rate increased by 16.46%, but declined by 4.7% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.

Overall, Yuhan’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.

Yuhan’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Yuhan’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Yuhan generated a total of 1,686 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 9.73% of Yuhan'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. 90.21% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Yuhan’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Yuhan reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2021, Yuhan's total waste generation increased by 10.34%, including a 13.15% 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, the share of hazardous waste in Yuhan's total output increased by 65.15%, including a further 72.54% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.

Overall, Yuhan 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.

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