From Waste to Energy,
Powering the Future
KAWET — a green innovation platform connecting the environment to the future.
Who We Are
Korea's central platform for waste-to-energy technology and circular resource innovation
*Originally permitted: June 16, 1997
Bridging Industry, Academia & Research
Since 1997, KAWET has served as Korea's central platform for advancing waste-to-energy and circular resource technologies — connecting industry leaders, academic institutions, and research bodies toward a greener future.
"Promoting technology development and industry activation in the waste-to-energy and circular resource sector through ongoing collaboration and domestic & international technology exchange."
Over Two Decades of Impact
From founding in 1996 to becoming Korea's leading waste-to-energy association
A Powerful Network of Industry Leaders
KAWET unites member organizations from Korea's largest conglomerates to innovative small enterprises
KAWET unites 88 member organizations — from Korea's largest conglomerates to innovative small enterprises and research institutions — under a shared mission of advancing waste-to-energy technology and the circular economy.
| Position | Count |
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| Chairman | 1 |
| Vice-Chairpersons | 7 |
| Directors | 43 |
| Auditors | 2 |
| Total Board Members | 53 |
Organization Chart
Governance structure of the Korea Association of Waste to Energy Technology
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General Meeting
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Honorary President
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Board of Directors
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Chairman
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Expert
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KAWET Office
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Steering
Committee
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Auditor
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Key Activities & Strategies
Six flagship programs driving knowledge exchange, global connectivity, and industry growth
KAWET's premier biannual forum for sharing the latest domestic and international technical knowledge and environmental policy updates — bringing together experts from industry, academia, and research institutions.
- Expert exchange on waste-to-energy technology
- Advancement of circular economy industry
Organized biannual visits to Korea's leading environmental energy facilities, including waste-to-energy plants, designed to enhance professional expertise and provide direct exposure to advanced technologies.
- Promote environmental energy infrastructure
- Build capacity among industry professionals
Global benchmarking tours to advanced waste-to-energy facilities worldwide — including visits to Poland, Thailand, United Kingdom, China, and Japan — fostering international technology exchange and network building.
- Promote global technology exchange
- Analyze international industry trends and market dynamics
KAWET operates the Waste-to-Energy Industry Pavilion at RETECH — Korea's premier recycling and resource circulation exhibition held annually at KINTEX, showcasing emerging trends and cutting-edge technologies.
- Promote technology and knowledge exchange
- Showcase industry advancements in waste-to-energy
Regular and special seminars inviting experts from industry, academia, and government to discuss waste-to-energy policy directions — plus specialized forums on emerging topics across environment, energy, and resource circulation.
- Facilitate exchange of technologies and information
- Gather practical insights from industry professionals
- Analyze emerging technologies and market trends
Providing technical consulting and strategic research insights through cross-sector collaboration among industry, academia, and research institutions — advancing technology standards and informing policy.
- Collaborative technology and policy development
- Advancing waste-to-energy and circular economy standards
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