China Merchants Port Holdings Co Ltd
China Merchants Port Holdings Waste Data Preview
In 2023, China Merchants Port Holdings 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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Insights into China Merchants Port Holdings's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, China Merchants Port Holdings generated a total of 7,488 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 46.74% of China Merchants Port Holdings's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 53.26% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
China Merchants Port Holdings's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of China Merchants Port Holdings's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, China Merchants Port Holdings reported a total waste generation of 7,488 metric tonnes, of which 46.74% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that China Merchants Port Holdings is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has China Merchants Port Holdings reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, China Merchants Port Holdings's total waste generation increased by 1.74%, but declined by 3.04% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.
Over the same period, China Merchants Port Holdings's waste recovery rate increased by 39.59%.
China Merchants Port Holdingsās Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into China Merchants Port Holdingsās Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, China Merchants Port Holdings generated a total of 7,488 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 4.85% of China Merchants Port Holdings'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. 95.15% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
China Merchants Port Holdingsās Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How China Merchants Port Holdings reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, China Merchants Port Holdings's total waste generation increased by 1.74%, including a 3.04% 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, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 43.28%, yet rose by 4.29% in 2023, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.
Overall, China Merchants Port Holdings'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 China Merchants Port Holdings treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, China Merchants Port Holdings reported that 363 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 4.85% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Only 3.86% 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 China Merchants Port Holdingsās current hazardous waste practices.