Kia ensures a harmonious and sustainable future for all humankind and the environment through continuous technological development and mobility innovation.
Inclusion in the DJSI World Index for the third consecutive year (2024)
Climate Change Carbon Management Sector Honors Award (2024)
Water Resources Excellence Award (2024)
THE ESG AWARDS Grand Prize (2024)
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Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI)
AutoLand Hwaseong (9.8 MW), Gwangju (1.1 MW), Kia India (3.7MW)
AutoLand Hwaseong (9.8 MW), Gwangju (1.1 MW), Kia India (3.7MW)
* As of January 2025
Achieved ISO14001 certification for all locations
Promoted environmental pollutant control activities (introduced Gwangju Concentration RTO)
AutoLand Gwangju achieved the 「Platinum」 designation under the Zero Waste to Landfill program
Achieved ISO14001 certification for all locations
Promoted environmental pollutant control activities (introduced Gwangju Concentration RTO)
AutoLand Gwangju achieved the 「Platinum」 designation under the Zero Waste to Landfill program
Executed PPA in Kia China (58.3 MW)
Signed PPA for domestic operations (50 MW) (Planned for introduction in 2025)
Executed PPA in Kia China (58.3 MW)
Signed PPA for domestic operations (50 MW) (Planned for introduction in 2025)
Established a roadmap for 25% recycled plastics by 2030 (European new cars)
Developed an EV3 study car using advanced recycling and biomaterial technologies
Established a roadmap for 25% recycled plastics by 2030 (European new cars)
Developed an EV3 study car using advanced recycling and biomaterial technologies
Supported suppliers for diversification of future vehicle business
Supported the establishment of safety/security systems for suppliers
Supported operational carbon reduction efforts for suppliers
Operated Win-win programs for small and medium-sized suppliers
Supported suppliers for diversification of future vehicle business
Supported the establishment of safety/security systems for suppliers
Supported operational carbon reduction efforts for suppliers
Operated Win-win programs for small and medium-sized suppliers
Supported ESG consulting for suppliers
Expanded the evaluation scope to include other non-parts suppliers
Supported capability enhancement to respond to global regulations (EUDR, etc.)
Supported ESG consulting for suppliers
Expanded the evaluation scope to include other non-parts suppliers
Supported capability enhancement to respond to global regulations (EUDR, etc.)
Established and operated the “Safety Academy” training system
Achieved a 40% YoY reduction in accidental industrial accidents
Established and operated the “Safety Academy” training system
Achieved a 40% YoY reduction in accidental industrial accidents
Launched a Harmonium initiative
Established a Green Trip Daegu base and a highland exploration program
Piloted a planting initiative for tidal flat restoration
Advanced and expanded the eco-friendly treatment of livestock manure
Launched a Harmonium initiative
Established a Green Trip Daegu base and a highland exploration program
Piloted a planting initiative for tidal flat restoration
Advanced and expanded the eco-friendly treatment of livestock manure
Incorporated sustainability management in addition to business and finance
Applied detailed ESG evaluation criteria such as climate change, diversity, and human rights in accordance with the characteristics of each division's business
Incorporated sustainability management in addition to business and finance
Applied detailed ESG evaluation criteria such as climate change, diversity, and human rights in accordance with the characteristics of each division's business
Reached 60% in the proportion of female independent directors
Reached over 50% in the proportion of independent directors (All members of the Audit Committee and Compensation Committee are independent directors)
Reached 60% in the proportion of female independent directors
Reached over 50% in the proportion of independent directors (All members of the Audit Committee and Compensation Committee are independent directors)
* As of 2025
Dividend: KRW 5,600 per share (+60% YoY)
Share buyback: KRW 500 billion (100% retired)
Dividend: KRW 5,600 per share (+60% YoY)
Share buyback: KRW 500 billion (100% retired)
* As of 2024