Aena SME SA

Common Name
Aena SME
Country
Spain
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Airports & Air Services
Employees
9,100
Ticker
AENA
Exchange
BOLSA DE MADRID
Description
Aena S.M.E. S.A. is a leading global operator specializing in the management and development of airport infrastructure. As a state-owned enterprise headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Aena oversees a vast...

Aena SME Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Aena SME 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.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into Aena SME's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Aena SME generated a total of 41,153 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 72.85% of Aena SME's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 22.12% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 5.03% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

Aena SME's Waste Recovery Rate

73%

How much of Aena SME's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Aena SME reported a total waste generation of 41,153 metric tonnes, of which 72.85% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Aena SME is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

Has Aena SME reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2021, Aena SME's total waste generation increased by 71.61%, including a 4.51% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.

Over the same period, Aena SME's waste recovery rate increased by 19.51%, but declined by 1.13% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.

Overall, Aena SME’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.

Aena SME’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Aena SME’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Aena SME generated a total of 41,153 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 1.65% of Aena SME'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. 98.35% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Aena SME’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Aena SME reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2021, Aena SME's total waste generation increased by 71.61%, including a 4.51% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.

Over the same period, Aena SME reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 25.85%, with a further 16.46% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.

Overall, Aena SME 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.

How does Aena SME treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Aena SME reported that 681 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 1.65% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (64.04%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Aena SME has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.

Breakdown of Aena SME's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(22.8%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(75.6%)
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