In 2023, AK Alrosa 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 162,813,128a | 138,566,065a | 129,333,697a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 16,200,998a | 13,317,000a | 8,676,830a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 2,767a | 2,278a | 1,954a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2023, AK Alrosa generated a total of 162,813,128metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 9.95% of AK Alrosa's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 90.17% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, AK Alrosa reported a total waste generation of 162,813,128 metric tonnes, of which 9.95% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that AK Alrosa may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2021, AK Alrosa's total waste generation increased by 25.89%, including a 17.5%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.a
Over the same period, AK Alrosa's waste recovery rate increased by 48.32%, including a 3.54% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, AK Alrosa has seen a consistent rise in waste generation both over the long term and in the year 2023. However, the company has also steadily improved its waste recovery performance, suggesting that it is actively working to offset the environmental consequences of increased production through enhanced circularity efforts.
In 2023, AK Alrosa generated a total of 162,813,128 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0% of AK Alrosa'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.100% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, AK Alrosa's total waste generation increased by 25.89%, including a 17.5% 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.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in AK Alrosa's total output increased by 12.49%, including a further 3.38% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.a
Overall, AK Alrosa has seen a continuous rise in both total waste and hazardous waste over time, signaling a worsening environmental impact that may require urgent reassessment of material sourcing, production processes, or waste mitigation strategies.a