CAP SA

Common Name
CAP
Country
Chile
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Steel
Employees
N/A
Ticker
CAP
Exchange
SANTIAGO STOCK EXCHANGE
Website
www.cap.cl
Description
Cap S.A. is a significant player in the industrial sector, primarily focusing on mining, steel production, and steel processing operations. The company stands out as a leading mining enterprise, extra...

CAP Waste Data Preview

In 2023, CAP 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 Generated
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into CAP's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, CAP generated a total of 314,528 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 94.87% of CAP's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 5.13% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

CAP's Waste Recovery Rate

95%

How much of CAP's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, CAP reported a total waste generation of 314,528 metric tonnes, of which 94.87% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that CAP has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.

Has CAP reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2023, CAP's total waste generation has decreased by 15.24%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.

Over the same period, CAP's waste recovery rate increased by 2.65%.

CAP’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

20222023095 k190 k285 k380 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into CAP’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, CAP generated a total of 314,528 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 1.37% of CAP'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. 98.63% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

CAP’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

20222023095 k190 k285 k380 ktonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How CAP reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2023, CAP's total waste generation has decreased by 15.24%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.

Overall, CAP'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 CAP treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, CAP reported that 4,307 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 1.37% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 28.72% 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.

Breakdown of CAP's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(4.2%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(94.5%)
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