In 2023, Alliant Energy 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 | 61,746.81a | 30,861.85a | 74,157.28a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 49,100.12a | 20,023.72a | 61,935.18a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 72.37a | 30.49a | 36.85a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 12,606.83a | 10,834.22a | 12,205.46a |
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In 2023, Alliant Energy generated a total of 61,747metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 79.52% of Alliant Energy's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 20.48% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Alliant Energy reported a total waste generation of 61,747 metric tonnes, of which 79.52% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Alliant Energy has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, Alliant Energy's total waste generation decreased by 16.74%, yet rose by 100.07% in 2023, potentially indicating a temporary operational shift or inconsistency in waste management outcomes.a
Over the same period, Alliant Energy's waste recovery rate declined by 4.79%, yet improved by 22.56% in 2023, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.a
Overall, Alliant Energy’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 2023, Alliant Energy generated a total of 61,747 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.12% of Alliant Energy'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.99.88% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Alliant Energy's total waste generation fell by 16.74%, but rose by 100.07% in 2023, potentially reflecting a temporary surge in activity or inconsistency in waste control strategies.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Alliant Energy's total output increased by 135.86%, including a further 18.63% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.a
Overall, Alliant Energy had previously reduced its waste generation, but recent increases in both volume and hazardousness suggest potential reversals or emerging operational risks that warrant further investigation.a
In 2023, Alliant Energy reported that 72 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.12% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 44.92% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.a