Bayer AG
Bayer's Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Bayer 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 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
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Insights into Bayer's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Bayer generated a total of 1,164,000metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.09% of Bayer's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 99.91% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
Bayer's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Bayer's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Bayer reported a total waste generation of 1,164,000 metric tonnes, of which 0.09% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Bayer may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Has Bayer reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Bayer's total waste generation increased by 16.28%, including a 12.14%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.a
Over the same period, Bayer's waste recovery rate declined by 71.33%, with a further 10.82% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.a
Overall, Bayer 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.
Bayer’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Bayer’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Bayer generated a total of 1,164,000 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 27.15% of Bayer'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.72.85% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Bayer’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Bayer reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Bayer's total waste generation increased by 16.28%, including a 12.14% 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.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 14%, yet rose by 2.1% in 2023, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.a
Overall, Bayer'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