In 2023, Austevoll Seafood 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 | 87,550a | 88,654a | 13,667a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 75,600a | 79,900a | 8,400a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 140a | 470a | 380a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 11,700a | 8,500a | 5,000a |
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In 2023, Austevoll Seafood generated a total of 87,550metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 86.35% of Austevoll Seafood's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 13.41% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Austevoll Seafood reported a total waste generation of 87,550 metric tonnes, of which 86.35% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Austevoll Seafood has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, Austevoll Seafood's total waste generation increased by 540.59%, but declined by 1.25% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.a
Over the same period, Austevoll Seafood's waste recovery rate increased by 40.49%, but declined by 4.19% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.a
Overall, Austevoll Seafood’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, Austevoll Seafood generated a total of 87,550 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.16% of Austevoll Seafood'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.99.6% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Austevoll Seafood's total waste generation rose by 540.59%, but dropped by 1.25% in 2023, indicating a possible turning point driven by improved waste-reduction practices or production slowdowns.a
Over the same period, Austevoll Seafood reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 94.25%, with a further 69.84% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Austevoll Seafood has increased waste over time but is now demonstrating meaningful progress in both reducing waste generation and lowering its hazardous content, potentially signaling a turning point toward sustainability.a
In 2023, Austevoll Seafood reported that 140 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.16% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (71.43%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Austevoll Seafood has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a