In 2024, 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) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 204,002a | 178,155a | 179,421a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 77,070.61a | 63,779.8a | 70,983.35a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 33.45a | 32.43a | 344.5a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 126,771a | 114,167a | 107,031a |
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In 2024, AT&T generated a total of 204,002metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 37.78% of AT&T's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 62.14% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, AT&T reported a total waste generation of 204,002 metric tonnes, of which 37.78% 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 2021, AT&T's total waste generation decreased by 3.49%, yet rose by 14.51% in 2024, potentially indicating a temporary operational shift or inconsistency in waste management outcomes.a
Over the same period, AT&T's waste recovery rate declined by 4.78%, yet improved by 5.53% in 2024, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.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 2024, AT&T generated a total of 204,002 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 2021, AT&T's total waste generation fell by 3.49%, but rose by 14.51% in 2024, potentially reflecting a temporary surge in activity or inconsistency in waste control strategies.a
Over the same period, AT&T maintained relatively stable levels of hazardous waste in the long run, but saw a 9.92% drop in 2024, potentially signaling the beginning of a positive downward trend.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 2024, AT&T reported that 33 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 (82.54%) 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