China Shenhua Energy Co Ltd
China Shenhua Energy Waste Data Preview
In 2023, China Shenhua Energy 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 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into China Shenhua Energy's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, China Shenhua Energy generated a total of 60,340,761 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 85.76% of China Shenhua Energy's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 14.24% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a
China Shenhua Energy's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of China Shenhua Energy's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, China Shenhua Energy reported a total waste generation of 60,340,761 metric tonnes, of which 85.76% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that China Shenhua Energy has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management. a
Has China Shenhua Energy reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, China Shenhua Energy's total waste generation increased by 17.55%, including a 11.73% 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. a
Over the same period, China Shenhua Energy's waste recovery rate increased by 22.46%, including a 36.77% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal. a
Overall, China Shenhua Energy has seen a consistent rise in waste generation both over the long term and in the year 2023. However, the company has also steadily improved its waste recovery performance, suggesting that it is actively working to offset the environmental consequences of increased production through enhanced circularity efforts.
China Shenhua Energy’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into China Shenhua Energy’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, China Shenhua Energy generated a total of 60,340,761 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 0.1% of China Shenhua Energy'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. 99.9% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a
China Shenhua Energy’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How China Shenhua Energy reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, China Shenhua Energy's total waste generation increased by 17.55%, including a 11.73% 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. a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in China Shenhua Energy's total output increased by 725.15%, including a further 1.22% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks. a
Overall, China Shenhua Energy has seen a continuous rise in both total waste and hazardous waste over time, signaling a worsening environmental impact that may require urgent reassessment of material sourcing, production processes, or waste mitigation strategies. a
How does China Shenhua Energy treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, China Shenhua Energy reported that 60,161 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.1% of its overall waste generation. a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Only 6.53% 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 Shenhua Energy’s current hazardous waste practices. a