Autozone Inc

Common Name
Autozone
Country
United States
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Auto Parts
Employees
75,600
Ticker
AZO
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
AutoZone Inc. is a leading retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the United States. Established in 1979, the company has grown to become a vital player in the aut...

Autozone Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Autozone 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 Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into Autozone's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Autozone generated a total of 385,684 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 86.41% of Autozone's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 13.59% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Autozone's Waste Recovery Rate

86%

How much of Autozone's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Autozone reported a total waste generation of 385,684 metric tonnes, of which 86.41% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Autozone has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.

Has Autozone reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2023, Autozone's total waste generation has remained relatively stable, with no meaningful change in waste output compared to the previous year.

Over the same period, Autozone's waste recovery rate remained relatively stable.

Autozone’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Autozone’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Autozone generated a total of 385,684 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 74.63% of Autozone'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. 25.37% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Autozone’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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

How Autozone reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2023, Autozone's total waste generation has remained relatively stable, with no meaningful change in waste output compared to the previous year.

Overall, Autozone'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.

How does Autozone treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Autozone reported that 287,830 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 74.63% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (100%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Autozone has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.

Breakdown of Autozone's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Total HazardousWaste Generated(74.6%)Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(13.6%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(11.8%)
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