In 2023, Albemarle 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 | 746,000a | N/A | N/A | |
Total Waste Recovered | 359,690a | N/A | N/A | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 15,000a | 9,000a | 13,000a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 372,810a | N/A | N/A |
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In 2023, Albemarle generated a total of 746,000metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 48.22% of Albemarle's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 51.78% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Albemarle reported a total waste generation of 746,000 metric tonnes, of which 48.22% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Albemarle is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
In 2023, Albemarle generated a total of 746,000 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 2.01% of Albemarle'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.97.99% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
In 2023, Albemarle reported that 15,000 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 2.01% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Only 10% of hazardous waste was recovered, meaning the vast majority was treated through disposal methods such as landfilling or incineration. This raises concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with Albemarle’s current hazardous waste practices.a