Black Hills Corp
Black Hills Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Black Hills 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 Black Hills's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Black Hills generated a total of 115,909 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 99.92% of Black Hills's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0.08% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Black Hills's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Black Hills's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Black Hills reported a total waste generation of 115,909 metric tonnes, of which 99.92% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Black Hills has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Insights into Black Hillsās Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Black Hills generated a total of 115,909 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.07% of Black Hills'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. 99.93% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
How does Black Hills treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Black Hills reported that 81 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.07% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 28.61% 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.