Cellnex Telecom SA
Cellnex Telecom Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Cellnex Telecom 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 |
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Insights into Cellnex Telecom's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Cellnex Telecom generated a total of 287 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 83.92% of Cellnex Telecom's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 16.08% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Cellnex Telecom's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Cellnex Telecom's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Cellnex Telecom reported a total waste generation of 287 metric tonnes, of which 83.92% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Cellnex Telecom has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Cellnex Telecom reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, Cellnex Telecom's total waste generation increased by 61.79%, including a 71.57% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.
Over the same period, Cellnex Telecom's waste recovery rate declined by 15.31%, with a further 14.02% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.
Overall, Cellnex Telecom is generating more waste while simultaneously backsliding on recovery efforts, both in the short and long term. This dual negative trend raises concerns about the company’s waste management priorities and its alignment with sustainability goals.
Cellnex Telecom’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Cellnex Telecom’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Cellnex Telecom generated a total of 287 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 21.14% of Cellnex Telecom'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. 78.86% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Cellnex Telecom’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Cellnex Telecom reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2020, Cellnex Telecom's total waste generation increased by 61.79%, including a 71.57% 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, Cellnex Telecom reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 12.28%, with a further 10.81% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, Cellnex Telecom is generating more waste but has significantly reduced the share of hazardous materials, suggesting a partial decoupling of volume and toxicity that could reflect more responsible inputs or enhanced treatment.
How does Cellnex Telecom treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Cellnex Telecom reported that 61 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 21.14% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 23.93% 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.