Boliden AB
Boliden Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Boliden 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
This table provides a simplified preview of selected waste data points. To access the complete dataset with full disclosures and structure, create a free account to purchase the full dataset.
Insights into Boliden's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Boliden generated a total of 1,185,519 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 10.07% of Boliden's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 89.93% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Boliden's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Boliden's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Boliden reported a total waste generation of 1,185,519 metric tonnes, of which 10.07% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Boliden may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Has Boliden reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Boliden's total waste generation decreased by 3.63%, including a further 5.01% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, Boliden's waste recovery rate declined by 16.8%, with a further 16.23% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.
Overall, while Boliden has successfully reduced its total waste generation, its waste recovery efforts have also declined. This pattern could suggest a shift in strategy away from circular treatment methods or a lag in recovery infrastructure development.
Boliden’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Boliden’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Boliden generated a total of 1,185,519 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 77.97% of Boliden'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. 22.03% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Boliden’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Boliden reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Boliden's total waste generation decreased by 3.63%, with an additional 5.01% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.
Over the same period, Boliden reduced the share of hazardous waste by 5.26%, then maintained stable levels in 2023, potentially marking the consolidation of earlier progress in eliminating high-risk materials from its waste stream.
Overall, Boliden'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 Boliden treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Boliden reported that 924,359 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 77.97% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Only 4.07% 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 Boliden’s current hazardous waste practices.