Arkema SA
Arkema Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Arkema 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 |
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 Arkema's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Arkema generated a total of 391,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 23.02% of Arkema's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 77.49% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Arkema's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Arkema's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Arkema reported a total waste generation of 391,000 metric tonnes, of which 23.02% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Arkema may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Has Arkema reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Arkema's total waste generation decreased by 3.93%, including a further 4.4% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, Arkema's waste recovery rate increased by 10.22%, while holding steady in 2023, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.
Overall, Arkema’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.
Arkema’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Arkema’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Arkema generated a total of 391,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 45.52% of Arkema'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. 54.48% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Arkema’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Arkema reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Arkema's total waste generation decreased by 3.93%, with an additional 4.4% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.
Over the same period, Arkema reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 5.95%, with a further 5.96% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, Arkema has made consistent and substantial progress in reducing both the quantity and the danger of its waste, highlighting a strong, well-executed waste strategy focused on minimizing environmental impact.
How does Arkema treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Arkema reported that 178,000 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 45.52% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 15.17% 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.