Environmental
Water Resources
Haesung DS is leading efforts to protect water resources by reusing wastewater discharged
from the manufacturing process to replace supply water.
Promotion Strategy
Haesung DS sources all of its water from external agencies (Korea Water Resources Corporation) and has established a monitoring system to analyze water quality regularly for the protection of water resources. Haesung DS is also leading efforts to protect water resources by reusing wastewater discharged from the manufacturing process to replace supply water. Given the nature of its operations, the use of water is critical for Haesung DS. Therefore, failure to secure sufficient water necessary for manufacturing or to meet legal water quality standards could result in production disruptions and limitations on business growth.
Mid- to-Long-Term Goals
Achieve a 50% water reuse rate by 2030.
Haesung DS is implementing goal-based performance management in water resource management and is expanding investments in related technologies and facilities to gradually increase wastewater reuse rates.
In 2023, Haesung DS reused 39.9% of water, substituting it with industrial water. According to the long-term roadmap plan, Haesung DS has set a mid- to long-term goal of increasing the reuse rate to 50% by 2030 through the transition to eco-friendly processes and improvements in water treatment facilities, thereby playing a leading role in water resource protection.
Key Regulations
Compliance Strategies
| Relevant Regulations | Risks and Opportunities | Potential Financial Impact | Compliance Strategies |
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| Water Environment Conservation Act |
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| Sewerage Act |
Risk Factors
Water Resources
Due to water scarcity caused by climate change, disruptions in water supply could constrain production activities and lead to increased costs, resulting in decreased product competitiveness and potential market withdrawal.
- Response Measures
- Haesung DS has established wastewater reuse facilities in the production process, achieving a reuse rate of 40%. It is also investing in equipment to convert 50% of the water supply into reused water. Additionally, ongoing activities are being conducted to reduce water usage in the production process, along with continuous improvements to facilities
- Financial Impact
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- Increased Investment Costs for Water Resource Reuse
- Increased Water Costs
- Time Frame
- Medium Term
Opportunity Factors
Water Resources Reuse
By reusing wastewater, Haesung DS aims to reduce supply costs and ensure stable production activities, which will enhance product competitiveness and strengthen its image as an eco-friendly company.
- Response Measures
- Haesung DS will continue to promote a product production system based on eco-friendly resources. Additionally, proactive investments in environmental sustainability will help maintain business competitiveness.
- Financial Impact
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- Strengthened competitiveness of key products
- Enhanced market influence of the company
- Time Frame
- Medium Term