INTCO Recycling Releases 2025 ESG Report: Advancing Circular Manufacturing Through Innovation and Responsible Growth
INTCO Recycling Releases 2025 ESG Report: Advancing Circular Manufacturing Through Innovation and Responsible Growth
INTCO Recycling Resources Co., Ltd. has released its 2025 Environmental, Social and Governance Report, presenting the company’s latest progress in resource recycling, green manufacturing, employee development, social responsibility and corporate governance.
This marks the fourth ESG report published by INTCO Recycling. The report covers the period from January 1 to December 31, 2025, and has been prepared in accordance with the GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards. It also references the Shanghai Stock Exchange’s sustainability reporting guidelines and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
In 2025, INTCO Recycling continued to develop its integrated circular economy value chain covering plastic collection, plastic regeneration and the manufacturing of finished consumer and industrial products. At the same time, the company accelerated the use of artificial intelligence, digital manufacturing and automated production technologies to improve operational efficiency and support sustainable growth.
Strong Business Growth Built on the Circular Economy
INTCO Recycling’s annual revenue exceeded RMB 3.5 billion for the first time in 2025, demonstrating the commercial potential of combining recycled materials with advanced manufacturing.
The company continued to expand the high-value utilization of recycled plastics across multiple applications. Recycled materials were transformed into products and solutions for home decoration, construction, industrial manufacturing, packaging and outdoor living.
This circular business model helps extend the useful life of plastic resources while reducing dependence on virgin raw materials. By improving the quality, consistency and application potential of recycled plastics, INTCO Recycling is working to make recycled materials a commercially competitive choice for global customers.
Measurable Progress in Environmental Management
INTCO Recycling continued to monitor greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, renewable energy use and waste recycling across its operations.
The company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of 591,835.74 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent in 2025.
| Environmental Indicator | 2025 Performance |
|---|---|
| Total Greenhouse Gas Emissions | 591,835.74 tons of CO₂e |
| Scope 1 Emissions | 2,683.95 tons of CO₂e |
| Scope 2 Emissions | 55,224.35 tons of CO₂e |
| Partial Scope 3 Emissions | 533,927.44 tons of CO₂e |
| Energy Intensity | 0.36 MWh per RMB 10,000 |
| Renewable Energy Consumption | 8.1886 million kWh |
| General Waste Recycling Rate | 84.57% |
The emissions data show that value-chain emissions account for the largest share of INTCO Recycling’s reported carbon footprint. This reinforces the importance of working with suppliers, logistics partners and customers to improve environmental performance throughout the product lifecycle.
Renewable energy consumption reached approximately 8.19 million kWh during the reporting period. The company also achieved a general waste recycling rate of 84.57%, reflecting its continued efforts to improve waste classification, resource recovery and responsible disposal.
Beyond its own operations, INTCO Recycling is strengthening cooperation with supply-chain partners to promote responsible sourcing and improve ESG management throughout the industrial ecosystem.
Using Digital Intelligence to Improve Green Manufacturing
Digital transformation remained an important part of INTCO Recycling’s sustainability strategy in 2025.
The company continued to integrate artificial intelligence, intelligent equipment and digital management systems throughout the circular value chain—from recycled plastic collection and processing to product manufacturing and quality control.
These technologies support more accurate production planning, improved material utilization, stable product quality and greater operational efficiency. Digital tools can also help manufacturers monitor energy consumption, identify production abnormalities and reduce unnecessary resource use.
INTCO Recycling views trustworthy AI and advanced manufacturing as important drivers of its future development. At the same time, the company treats information security and data compliance as essential foundations for the responsible application of digital technologies.
Creating Sustainable Products for Diverse Applications
The transition to a circular economy depends not only on collecting plastic waste but also on creating reliable markets for recycled materials.
INTCO Recycling continues to expand its portfolio of recycled plastic products and develop solutions for different application scenarios. Its products serve sectors including home decoration, construction materials, industrial manufacturing, packaging and outdoor applications.
Through product design, material innovation and manufacturing technology, the company aims to improve the functionality and commercial value of recycled plastics. This approach allows recycled materials to move beyond lower-value applications and enter markets with more demanding requirements for appearance, consistency, processing performance and product quality.
For global buyers, this provides additional opportunities to integrate recycled content into their products and supply chains while responding to growing demand for sustainable materials.
Customer satisfaction remained high in 2025, reaching a reported score of 98.2. This result reflects the company’s focus on product quality, customer service and long-term cooperation.
Investing in Employees and Workplace Development
Employees are central to INTCO Recycling’s manufacturing capabilities and long-term growth. In 2025, the company continued to invest in professional development, workplace safety, diversity and employee well-being.
| Employee Indicator | 2025 Performance |
|---|---|
| Employee Training Investment | RMB 6.7779 million |
| Total Employee Training Time | 359,520 hours |
| Female Directors | 60% |
| Women in Top Management Positions | 80% |
Employee training investment reached approximately RMB 6.78 million, while total training time amounted to 359,520 hours. These programs covered professional skills, operational capabilities, workplace safety and career development.
Women represented 60% of the company’s directors and 80% of its top management positions. These figures demonstrate strong female representation in the company’s decision-making and leadership structure.
INTCO Recycling also continued to improve its occupational health and safety systems, aiming to provide employees with a secure, inclusive and supportive working environment.
Supporting Communities Through Long-Term Social Engagement
INTCO Recycling continued to participate in charitable programs, volunteer activities and community partnerships during 2025.
The company and the INTCO Foundation made combined charitable donations of RMB 2.3965 million. During the year, INTCO Recycling organized 375 volunteer activities, involving 2,652 employee participants and contributing a total of 872 volunteer hours.
| Community Indicator | 2025 Performance |
|---|---|
| Charitable Donations | RMB 2.3965 million |
| Volunteer Activities | 375 |
| Employee Participants | 2,652 |
| Total Volunteer Hours | 872 |
These initiatives were supported by platforms including the INTCO Foundation and the INTCO Mutual Aid Fund. The programs focused on employee assistance, community development, philanthropy and rural revitalization.
By combining corporate resources with employee participation, INTCO Recycling seeks to extend the value created by its business to employees and surrounding communities.
Strengthening Governance and Business Ethics
Responsible governance provides the foundation for sustainable business development.
In 2025, INTCO Recycling held three Strategy and ESG Committee meetings, strengthening board-level oversight of environmental, social and governance matters.
The company organized nine business ethics training sessions and achieved 100% coverage for business ethics and anti-corruption training. These measures help employees understand compliance requirements and reinforce responsible conduct throughout the organization.
INTCO Recycling also received the highest information disclosure rating of Grade A from the Shanghai Stock Exchange for the second consecutive year, demonstrating the company’s commitment to transparent and high-quality corporate disclosure.
The data and textual information disclosed in the ESG report were subject to limited assurance by an independent third-party provider in accordance with ISAE 3000 (Revised) and ISAE 3410.
ESG Performance Recognized by Independent Institutions
INTCO Recycling’s sustainability performance received recognition from several domestic and international organizations in 2025.
The company achieved an S&P Global ESG Score of 69, placing it within the top 5% globally. It was also included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 for the first time and was listed in the Sustainability Yearbook (China Edition) for the second consecutive year.
Additional ESG ratings and recognitions included:
- AA rating from Wind ESG
- B rating at the Management level from CDP Climate Change
- Inclusion in the ESG 100 Index of Chinese Enterprises
- Recognition as a Shanghai Low-Carbon Supply Chain Benchmark Enterprise
- ESG Pioneer Award
- ESG Carbon Neutral Taurus Award
- Inclusion among the Top 100 ESG Performers of Chinese Listed Companies
These external assessments provide additional recognition of INTCO Recycling’s progress in environmental management, corporate governance and sustainable business development.
Building a More Circular and Sustainable Future
INTCO Recycling’s 2025 ESG performance shows how circular economy principles can be integrated with technological innovation, advanced manufacturing and responsible governance.
From consuming approximately 8.19 million kWh of renewable energy and achieving an 84.57% general waste recycling rate to investing RMB 6.78 million in employee training and contributing RMB 2.40 million to charitable programs, the company continues to translate its sustainability commitments into measurable action.
Looking ahead, INTCO Recycling will continue to develop its global resource recycling value chain, expand the high-value application of recycled plastics and strengthen collaboration with customers, suppliers, employees and communities.
By combining trustworthy AI, circular manufacturing and responsible business practices, INTCO Recycling aims to support the transition toward recyclable homes, more sustainable industries and a lower-carbon future.
