AngloGold Ashanti Pty Ltd
AngloGold Ashanti Waste Data Preview
In 2023, AngloGold Ashanti 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.
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Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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Insights into AngloGold Ashanti's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, AngloGold Ashanti generated a total of 198,439,025 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0% of AngloGold Ashanti's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0.02% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 99.98% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
AngloGold Ashanti's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of AngloGold Ashanti's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, AngloGold Ashanti reported a total waste generation of 198,439,025 metric tonnes, of which 0% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that AngloGold Ashanti may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Has AngloGold Ashanti reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, AngloGold Ashanti's total waste generation decreased by 3.79%, and remained stable in 2023, which may indicate a new baseline following earlier reductions in waste output.
Over the same period, AngloGold Ashanti's waste recovery rate increased by 59.43%, but declined by 10.14% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.
Overall, AngloGold Ashanti’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.
AngloGold Ashanti’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into AngloGold Ashanti’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, AngloGold Ashanti generated a total of 198,439,025 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.01% of AngloGold Ashanti'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. 0.01% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 99.98% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
AngloGold Ashanti’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How AngloGold Ashanti reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, AngloGold Ashanti's total waste generation decreased by 3.79%, and remained stable in 2023, signaling a plateau following previous reductions that may mark a new waste baseline.
Over the same period, AngloGold Ashanti reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 49.89%, with a further 50.75% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, AngloGold Ashanti'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 AngloGold Ashanti treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, AngloGold Ashanti reported that 12,953 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.01% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 34.92% 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.