Waste and Medical Waste Management

Vichaivej International Hospital Group manages waste through a structured system covering general, recyclable, infectious, and hazardous waste, with clear segregation, proper disposal, and transparent disclosure of waste performance. 

In the healthcare sector, waste management is not only an environmental issue. It is also directly linked to patient safety, employee protection, contractor safety, and community well-being. Vichaivej International Hospital Group therefore applies a structured waste management system covering general waste, recyclable waste, infectious waste, and hazardous waste, with strong emphasis on segregation at source, proper storage, and compliant disposal.  

For infectious and medical waste, strict safety measures are applied to minimize risks to patients, personnel, contractors, and surrounding communities. Hazardous and chemical waste are also managed systematically according to their classification.  

2025 Waste Performance at a Glance 

In 2025, the Group reported the following key waste management results:

• Total waste generated: 644,982.94 kg

• Non-hazardous landfill waste (general waste): 430,493.65 kg

• Waste-to-energy waste: 10,669.88 kg

• Incinerated waste (infectious + hazardous): 134,884.10 kg

• Non-hazardous waste recycled/reused: 68,935.31 kg

• Hazardous waste recycled/reused: 0 kg

Based on the disclosed figures, non-hazardous waste recycled or reused represents about 10.69% of total waste generated, providing a useful baseline for future recycling performance tracking. 

A Process That Starts with Segregation 

The Group’s waste management approach reflects the principles of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle (3Rs) and follows a clear process from origin to final treatment: 

1. Segregate waste at the source by category
2. Store waste safely and appropriately based on risk profile
3. Control internal transport in line with healthcare requirements
4. Treat or dispose of waste according to type, including landfill, incineration, energy recovery, or recycling
5. Track and disclose performance data to support continuous improvement

This process-oriented approach helps the Group demonstrate that waste management is embedded in day-to-day operations, rather than handled only at the point of disposal. 

Recycling and Resource Recovery 

The Group’s disclosure also makes it easier to see that waste management is not limited to disposal. By reporting both recycled/reused waste and waste-to-energy volumes, the Group shows that part of its waste stream is being redirected toward more resource-efficient outcomes.  

This is an important strength from an ESG perspective, as it highlights not just compliance, but also progress toward better waste recovery and more responsible materials management. 

 Vichaivej International Hospital Group’s waste and medical waste management approach demonstrates a system built on clear waste categorization, appropriate treatment methods, and measurable disclosure. In 2025, the Group reported 644,982.94 kg of total waste, including 134,884.10 kg of incinerated infectious and hazardous waste, and 68,935.31 kg of non-hazardous waste recycled or reused.