British American Tobacco plc
British American Tobacco's Waste Data Preview
In 2023, British American Tobacco 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 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 | 0000000 |
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Insights into British American Tobacco's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, British American Tobacco generated a total of 114,990metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 87.57% of British American Tobacco's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 12.43% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
British American Tobacco's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of British American Tobacco's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, British American Tobacco reported a total waste generation of 114,990 metric tonnes, of which 87.57% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that British American Tobacco has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Has British American Tobacco reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, British American Tobacco's total waste generation decreased by 16.38%, including a further 8.74% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, British American Tobacco's waste recovery rate increased by 11%, including a 4.1% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, British American Tobacco has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.
British American Tobacco’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into British American Tobacco’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, British American Tobacco generated a total of 114,990 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 1.38% of British American Tobacco'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.98.62% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
British American Tobacco’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How British American Tobacco reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, British American Tobacco's total waste generation decreased by 16.38%, with an additional 8.74% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, British American Tobacco reduced the share of hazardous waste by 18.74%, then maintained stable levels in 2023, potentially marking the consolidation of earlier progress in eliminating high-risk materials from its waste stream.a
Overall, British American Tobacco'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