BASF SE
BASF Waste Data Preview
In 2023, BASF 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 | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into BASF's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, BASF generated a total of 2,130,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 46.48% of BASF's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 53.52% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
BASF's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of BASF's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, BASF reported a total waste generation of 2,130,000 metric tonnes, of which 46.48% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that BASF is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has BASF reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2023, BASF's total waste generation has decreased by 3.62%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.
Over the same period, BASF's waste recovery rate decreased by 2.17%.
BASF’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into BASF’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, BASF generated a total of 2,130,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 66.67% of BASF'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. 33.33% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
BASF’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How BASF reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2023, BASF's total waste generation has decreased by 3.62%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.
Since 2023, BASF's hazardous waste generation has decreased by 1.78%, suggesting a recent shift toward safer materials, improved waste handling protocols, or stronger compliance with environmental standards.
Overall, BASF has reduced both its total waste and hazardous waste in the last year, suggesting effective waste management practices and improved material sourcing.
How does BASF treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, BASF reported that 1,420,000 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 66.67% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 40.14% 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.