We are advancing towards a world without waste. LG Electronics is shaping the future of the circular economy by recycling and reusing materials, and through products and services designed for longevity.
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This diagram illustrates LG Electronics’ circular economy framework across the entire product life cycle, from resource sourcing and production to use and end-of-life. It highlights material selection, parts reuse, in-process scrap recycling, durability and repairability, waste appliance collection, and the establishment of a closed-loop resource system to enhance resource efficiency and recyclability.
Aiming for a cumulative 600,000 tons of recycled plastic by 2030 (Since 2021)
| Year | Recycled Plastic Use(K tons) | Recycled Raw Material Use(K tons) | Cumulative Use (K tons) | Achievement rate (Target cumulative 600K tons) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 16.1 | 33.0 | 59.0 | 9.8% |
| 2023 | 21.6 | 54.4 | 114.0 | 19% |
| 2024 | 27.5 | 74.1 | 188.0 | 31% |
Recycled Raw Material Use
Recycled Plastic Use
Cumulative Use
Achievement rate (Target cumulative 600K tons)
Weight
Product volume
Packaging weight
Recycled plastic
* Model: 50UR8250KNA vs. Previous Model (50LF6500)
Weight
Product volume
Packaging weight
Recycled plastic
* Model: FQ18EV4EEN vs. Previous Model (FQ18HDNHEN)
To minimize resource use, LG Electronics promotes the downsizing and weight reduction of packaging materials while expanding the application of eco-conscious packaging solutions.
LG Electronics operates a global take-back and processing policy based on the Individual Producer Responsibility (IPR) principle to minimize the environmental impact of e-waste.
LG Electronics has set a cumulative recovery target of 8 million tons from 2006 to 2030, in 2024, is on track to recover e-waste cumulative 5.01 million tons.
4.48M tons
5.01M tons
When customers request pickup, our specialized installation personnel will visit their homes directly to collect electronic waste. Small electronic waste items are collected free of charge for 5 or more items. For fewer than 5 items, please use the dedicated collection bins provided at community centers or service centers.
Customers Applying for
Recovery Service
Large Appliances
Recovered by installation expert
Small Appliances
Collected through dedicated collection box at LG Electronics Service Center
Disassembly and Sorting of Waste Products
Recycling into Raw Materials
A world map showing E-waste collection and treatment performance, with markers placed on North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Asia, CIS, and Korea.
Korea
E-waste treatment volume (Unit: Ton)
In Korea, WEEE collection and treatment increased from 121,831 tons in 2022 to 126,848 tons in 2023 and remained at a similar level at 125,138 tons in 2024.
Europe
E-waste treatment volume (Unit: Ton)
In Europe, WEEE collection and treatment volumes decreased from 152,185 tons in 2022 to 101,898 tons in 2023, then rebounded to 124,089 tons in 2024.
North America
(United States, Canada)
E-waste treatment volume (Unit: Ton)
In North America, WEEE collection and treatment rose from 27,572 tons in 2022 to 30,635 tons in 2023, before slightly decreasing to 28,334 tons in 2024.
Asia
(Japan, India, Australia, Singapore)
E-waste treatment volume (Unit: Ton)
In Asia, WEEE collection and treatment declined from 148,221 tons in 2022 to 134,110 tons in 2023, then increased to 151,774 tons in 2024.
CIS
(Russia)
E-waste treatment volume (Unit: Ton)
In the CIS region, WEEE collection and treatment fell sharply from 23,677 tons in 2022 to 10,291 tons in 2023, reaching a very limited level of 92 tons in 2024.
Latin America
(Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Peru)
E-waste treatment volume (Unit: Ton)
In Latin America, WEEE collection and treatment increased significantly from 16,545 tons in 2022 to 51,361 tons in 2023 and further expanded to 95,905 tons in 2024.
Africa
(Republic of South Africa)
E-waste treatment volume (Unit: Ton)
In Africa, WEEE collection and treatment slightly decreased from 7,394 tons in 2022 to 7,298 tons in 2023 and remained at the same level in 2024.
* Estimated figures are used for certain countries.
** 2023 data revised due to change from estimated to actual figures.
LG Electronics promotes the use of recyclable resources by thoroughly sorting and separating waste at all worksites and pursuing Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) certification. At major
domestic sites, heat generated during incineration is recovered and reused either in operations or supplied externally as an energy source, contributing to improved energy efficiency.
As a result of these efforts, LG Electronics achieved a 97.4% waste recycling rate across all domestic and overseas worksites in 2024, achieving its original 2030 target of 95% well ahead of
schedule.
To ensure the transparency and credibility of its waste recycling practices, LG Electronics renews its "Zero Waste to Landfill" annually through UL, a global safety certification institute. The company is also expanding this initiative across all domestic and international business sites.
ZWTL Certification sites
Platinum level (11 sites): Changwon Smart Park 1 & 2, Gumi Future Park 1, Pyeongtaek Digital Park, Pyeongtaek Chiller, LG Electronics India Limited, Taizhou LG Electronics Refrigeration Co.,Ltd., LG Electronics WROCLAW SP ZOO, LG Electronics Mlawa SP. ZOO, LG Electronics Tianjin Appliances Co., Ltd., LG Electronics Vietnam Hai Phong Co.Ltd.
Gold level (4 sites): Magok Science Park, Seocho R&D Campus, Gasan R&D Campus, LG Electornics (Thailand) Co.Ltd
1) Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL): An eco-friendly certification by UL, a standards institute in North America, awarded in three levels based on waste recycling rates (Silver (90-94%), Gold (95-99%), and Platinum (100%))
Pyeongtaek Digital Park - Hanuri: Replaced about 1.36 million single-use plastic cups used for beverage service with reusable alternatives.
Pyeongtaek Chiller: In 2024, the material used for pallets in the painting process was changed from wood to steel for reuse, resulting in a 20-ton reduction of incinerated waste wood.
Changwon Smart Park 1: Improved packaging methods in 2024, successfully reducing 66 tons of defective vinyl packaging waste generated on-site. Starting in 2025, aims to divert 167 tons of previously landfilled waste glass to recycling by sourcing new vendors.
Magok Science Park, Gasan R&D Campus, Seocho R&D Campus, Yangjae R&D Campus, Pyeongtaek Digital Park, and Pyeongtaek Chiller: Participated in the Bi:Cycle Campaign1), establishing a closed-loop recycling system for used paper hand towels in restrooms to strengthen recycling efforts.
1) An eco-friendly campaign led by Yuhan-Kimberly that promotes resource circulation by collecting and sorting waste, producing goods from recycled materials, and encouraging their use.
The LG Recycling Center promotes resource circulation by collecting and recycling waste home appliances through material separation and recovery. It conducts recycling of waste appliances and return product analysis while researching eco-conscious design that considers resource circulation from the product planning stage. In addition, LG minimizes environmental impact by developing technologies for utilizing recycled resources and complying with environmental assurance systems for the safe treatment of hazardous substances.
