In 2025, Abbott Laboratories conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards.The company provided a breakdown of its waste by type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 71,023a | 69,446a | 70,126a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 164,917a | 163,175a | 158,131a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 8,844a | 9,692a | 11,030a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 9,888a | 9,856a | 12,577a |
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In 2025, Abbott Laboratories generated a total of 71,023metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 232.2% of Abbott Laboratories's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 16.32% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Abbott Laboratories reported a total waste generation of 71,023 metric tonnes, of which 232.2% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Abbott Laboratories has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2023, Abbott Laboratories's total waste generation increased by 1.28%, including a 2.27%increase in 2025, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.a
Over the same period, Abbott Laboratories's waste recovery rate increased by 2.97%, but declined by 1.18% in 2025, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.a
Overall, Abbott Laboratories’s waste generation and recovery data show a mixed and inconsistent trend. A deeper analysis of the company's activities, industry benchmarks, and operational changes is needed to assess its sustainability performance more precisely.
In 2025, Abbott Laboratories generated a total of 71,023 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 12.45% of Abbott Laboratories's total waste generated of was classified as hazardous waste, characterized by properties such as toxicity, flammability, corrosiveness, or reactivity that may pose risks to human health, ecosystems, or the environment.87.55% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, Abbott Laboratories's total waste generation increased by 1.28%, including a 2.27% rise in 2025, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.a
Over the same period, Abbott Laboratories reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 20.83%, with a further 10.78% decline in 2025, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Abbott Laboratories is generating more waste but has significantly reduced the share of hazardous materials, suggesting a partial decoupling of volume and toxicity that could reflect more responsible inputs or enhanced treatment.a
In 2025, Abbott Laboratories reported that 8,844 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 12.45% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (80.7%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Abbott Laboratories has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a