In 2023, Alpargatas 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 | 45,504.31a | 59,274.42a | 59,522.4a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 35,795.23a | 44,049.61a | 45,314.81a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 2,146.05a | 1,629.96a | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 7,563.04a | 13,594.85a | 14,207.6a |
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In 2023, Alpargatas generated a total of 45,504metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 78.66% of Alpargatas's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 21.34% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Alpargatas reported a total waste generation of 45,504 metric tonnes, of which 78.66% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Alpargatas has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, Alpargatas's total waste generation decreased by 23.55%, including a further 23.23% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Alpargatas's waste recovery rate increased by 3.33%, including a 5.85% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, Alpargatas has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.
In 2023, Alpargatas generated a total of 45,504 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 4.72% of Alpargatas'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.95.28% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Alpargatas's total waste generation decreased by 23.55%, with an additional 23.23% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Overall, Alpargatas'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.a