EQT acquires KJ Environment for waste management expansion and plastic recycling.

EQT, a global investment firm, has agreed to acquire South Korean waste treatment platform KJ Environment and affiliated companies for an expanded waste management presence. The acquisition aims to establish a scaled and diversified end-to-end waste treatment platform focused on plastic recycling and waste-to-energy. The deal aligns with EQT's thematic approach to climate-related infrastructure opportunities and supports resource efficiency and a more circular economy. The acquisition is subject to customary conditions and approvals, with an expected closing in Q4 2024.

August 16, 2024
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