Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure Ltd

Common Name
Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Utilities
Industry
Utilities - Renewable
Employees
1,366
Ticker
AY
Exchange
NASDAQ/NGS
Description
Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure plc owns, manages, and invests in renewable energy, storage, natural gas and heat, electric transmission lines, and water assets in North America, South America, E...

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure 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 Generated
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure generated a total of 27,395 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 59.92% of Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 40.07% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure's Waste Recovery Rate

60%

How much of Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure reported a total waste generation of 27,395 metric tonnes, of which 59.92% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

Has Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2021, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure's total waste generation increased by 10.52%, including a 9.36% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.

Over the same period, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure's waste recovery rate declined by 16.53%, with a further 6.18% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.

Overall, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure is generating more waste while simultaneously backsliding on recovery efforts, both in the short and long term. This dual negative trend raises concerns about the company’s waste management priorities and its alignment with sustainability goals.

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

20212022202307 k14 k21 k28 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure generated a total of 27,395 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 5.12% of Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure'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. 94.88% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2021, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure's total waste generation increased by 10.52%, including a 9.36% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.

Over the same period, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 50.75%, with a further 32.81% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.

Overall, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure is generating more waste but has significantly reduced the share of hazardous materials, suggesting a partial decoupling of volume and toxicity that could reflect more responsible inputs or enhanced treatment.

How does Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure reported that 1,402 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 5.12% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 39.8% 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.

Breakdown of Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(37.0%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(57.9%)
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