In 2025, Zijin Mining Group 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 | 1,029,281,799.21a | 959,124,861.58a | 959,880,885.78a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 157,514,465.96a | 146,802,418.27a | 142,898,804.3a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 251,799.21a | 284,861.58a | 160,885.78a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 871,690,000a | 812,260,000a | 816,900,000a |
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In 2025, Zijin Mining Group generated a total of 1,029,281,799metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 15.3% of Zijin Mining Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 84.7% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Zijin Mining Group reported a total waste generation of 1,029,281,799 metric tonnes, of which 15.3% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Zijin Mining Group may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2021, Zijin Mining Group's total waste generation increased by 60.61%, including a 7.31%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, Zijin Mining Group's waste recovery rate increased by 12.26%, while holding steady in 2025, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.a
Overall, Zijin Mining Group’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 2025, Zijin Mining Group generated a total of 1,029,281,799 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.02% of Zijin Mining Group'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.99.98% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Zijin Mining Group's total waste generation increased by 60.61%, including a 7.31% 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, Zijin Mining Group reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 56.11%, with a further 17.63% decline in 2025, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Zijin Mining Group 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.a
In 2025, Zijin Mining Group reported that 251,799 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.02% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (69.29%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Zijin Mining Group has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a