In 2023, AT&T 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 | 178,659a | 179,765.5a | 219,378.3a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 64,283.8a | 70,983.35a | 91,869.43a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 32.43a | 344.5a | 34.73a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 114,167a | 107,031a | 126,927.57a |
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In 2023, AT&T generated a total of 178,659metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 35.98% of AT&T's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 63.9% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, AT&T reported a total waste generation of 178,659 metric tonnes, of which 35.98% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that AT&T is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2020, AT&T's total waste generation decreased by 11.79%, and remained stable in 2023, which may indicate a new baseline following earlier reductions in waste output.a
Over the same period, AT&T's waste recovery rate declined by 1.64%, with a further 8.88% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.a
Overall, AT&T’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, AT&T generated a total of 178,659 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.02% of AT&T'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.99.98% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2020, AT&T's total waste generation decreased by 11.79%, and remained stable in 2023, signaling a plateau following previous reductions that may mark a new waste baseline.a
Over the same period, AT&T reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 26.49%, with a further 90.53% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, AT&T'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
In 2023, AT&T reported that 32 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.02% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (85.72%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that AT&T has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a