Beiersdorf AG
Beiersdorf Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Beiersdorf 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) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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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 Beiersdorf's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Beiersdorf generated a total of 27,323 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 55.58% of Beiersdorf's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 44.42% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Beiersdorf's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Beiersdorf's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Beiersdorf reported a total waste generation of 27,323 metric tonnes, of which 55.58% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Beiersdorf is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Beiersdorf reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2023, Beiersdorf's total waste generation has increased by 172.58%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.
Over the same period, Beiersdorf's waste recovery rate increased by 399.7%.
Beiersdorf’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Beiersdorf’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Beiersdorf generated a total of 27,323 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 11.13% of Beiersdorf'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. 88.87% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Beiersdorf’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Beiersdorf reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2023, Beiersdorf's total waste generation has increased by 172.58%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.
Overall, Beiersdorf'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 Beiersdorf treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Beiersdorf reported that 3,042 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 11.13% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (52.2%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Beiersdorf has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.