Alcoa Corp
Alcoa Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Alcoa 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) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Alcoa's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Alcoa generated a total of 50,224,500 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.48% of Alcoa's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0.43% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 99.09% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Alcoa's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Alcoa's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Alcoa reported a total waste generation of 50,224,500 metric tonnes, of which 0.48% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Alcoa may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Has Alcoa reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, Alcoa's total waste generation increased by 25,656.15%, including a 26,431.7% 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, Alcoa's waste recovery rate declined by 99.52%, with a further 99.52% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.
Overall, Alcoa is generating more waste while simultaneously backsliding on recovery efforts, both in the short and long term. This dual negative trend raises concerns about the company’s waste management priorities and its alignment with sustainability goals.
Alcoa’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Alcoa’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Alcoa generated a total of 50,224,500 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.27% of Alcoa'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. 0.38% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 99.35% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Alcoa’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Alcoa reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, Alcoa's total waste generation increased by 25,656.15%, including a 26,431.7% 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.
Overall, Alcoa's waste and hazardousness trends are mixed or inconclusive. A more detailed review of its materials, industry standards, and operational changes would help clarify the net environmental impact of its waste strategy.
How does Alcoa treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Alcoa reported that 133,800 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.27% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (50.37%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Alcoa has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.