Boeing Co
Boeing Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Boeing 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 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 Boeing's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Boeing generated a total of 79,698 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 63.49% of Boeing's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 36.51% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Boeing's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Boeing's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Boeing reported a total waste generation of 79,698 metric tonnes, of which 63.49% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Boeing is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Boeing reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Boeing's total waste generation increased by 26.07%, but remained relatively stable in 2023, suggesting that past growth in waste production may have recently plateaued.
Over the same period, Boeing's waste recovery rate increased by 14.72%, but declined by 3.29% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.
Overall, Boeing’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.
Boeing’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Boeing’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Boeing generated a total of 79,698 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 8.42% of Boeing'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. 91.58% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Boeing’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Boeing reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Boeing's total waste generation increased by 26.07%, including a 0.49% 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.
Over the same period, Boeing reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 15.18%, with a further 17.8% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, Boeing'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 Boeing treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Boeing reported that 6,712 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 8.42% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Only 0.63% of hazardous waste was recovered, meaning the vast majority was treated through disposal methods such as landfilling or incineration. This raises concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with Boeing’s current hazardous waste practices.