Environmental Responsibility

Pollution and Resources

Why It Matters

QL’s operations generate waste, wastewater and by-products that require effective management. Inadequate controls may lead to environmental impacts, regulatory non-compliance and increased operating costs. Resource efficiency also influences production performance and competitiveness. Managing pollution and resources responsibly is therefore important for maintaining stable and compliant operations.

Our Approach

We apply circular economy principles by reducing waste generation, improving recycling and ensuring appropriate treatment of effluent. In alignment with our Environmental Policy, waste and wastewater are managed in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal standards, monitoring and assessment are carried out, while new technology to reduce pollution and waste are explored. Where feasible, by-products are repurposed or recovered to improve resource efficiency. These practices support environmental protection while enhancing operational efficiency.

FY2026 Highlights

  • 207,950.95 MT

    of waste was recycled/ recovered

  • 95.3% diversion

    of waste from landfills and incineration

  • 1,358,519.71 m3

    of water was discharged into surface water sources

Our Performance
Total Water Discharged by Destination
Indicator Unit of Measurement FY2024 FY2025 FY2026
Water Discharge to Surface Water Per Thousand Cubic Meter, 000 m3 1,138.53 1,345.24 1,358.52
Water Discharge Intensity m3/ RM Mil Revenue 255.38 274.32 277.45

During FY2026, one instance of non-compliance was recorded, resulting in a fine of RM 2,000 issued by the Department of Environment in relation to wastewater management infrastructure. Corrective actions were implemented promptly, and measures have been enhanced to prevent recurrence.

Waste Generated
Indicator Unit of Measurement FY2024 FY2025 FY2026
Total Waste Generated Per Thousand Metric Tonnes, 000 MT 212.40 209.44 218.28
Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated 000 MT 212.37 209.41 218.25
Total Hazardous Waste Generated 000 MT 0.03 0.04 0.03
Waste Disposal
Indicator Unit of Measurement FY2024 FY2025 FY2026
Total Waste Diverted from Disposal (Reuse, Recycle, Recovery & Composting) Per Thousand Metric Tonnes, 000 MT 202.48 198.03 207.95
Total Waste Directed to Disposal (Landfill & Incineration) 000 MT 9.92 11.41 10.33
Percentage of Waste Diverted from Disposal (Reuse, Recycle, Recovery & Composting) % 95.3 94.6 95.3
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Acknowledgement of Whistleblowing Report

Dear Whistleblower,

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