BayWa AG
BayWa Waste Data Preview
In 2023, BayWa 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 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  b | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into BayWa's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, BayWa generated a total of 32,204 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 70.73% of BayWa's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 29.27% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a
BayWa's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of BayWa's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, BayWa reported a total waste generation of 32,204 metric tonnes, of which 70.73% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that BayWa is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts. a
Has BayWa reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, BayWa's total waste generation decreased by 25.64%, including a further 39.94% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time. a b
Over the same period, BayWa's waste recovery rate increased by 2.84%, but declined by 14.79% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management. a b
Overall, BayWa’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.
BayWa’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into BayWa’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, BayWa generated a total of 32,204 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 17.92% of BayWa'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. 82.08% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a
BayWa’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How BayWa reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2020, BayWa's total waste generation decreased by 25.64%, with an additional 39.94% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source. a b
Overall, BayWa'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 b
How does BayWa treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, BayWa reported that 5,770 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 17.92% of its overall waste generation. a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority ( 84.54%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that BayWa has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams. a