In 2025, Coca-Cola HBC 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) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 151,218a | 151,617a | 114,691a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 141,130a | 145,173a | 107,649a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 7,475a | 3,244a | 3,772a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 8,467a | 5,861a | 6,656a |
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In 2025, Coca-Cola HBC generated a total of 151,218metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 93.33% of Coca-Cola HBC's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 6.67% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Coca-Cola HBC reported a total waste generation of 151,218 metric tonnes, of which 93.33% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Coca-Cola HBC has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2023, Coca-Cola HBC's total waste generation increased by 31.85%, but remained relatively stable in 2025, suggesting that past growth in waste production may have recently plateaued.a
Over the same period, Coca-Cola HBC's waste recovery rate remained relatively flat, but declined by 2.53% in 2025, potentially pointing to emerging inefficiencies or short-term disruptions in recovery efforts.a
Overall, Coca-Cola HBC’s waste generation and recovery data show a mixed and inconsistent trend. A deeper analysis of the company's activities, industry benchmarks, and operational changes is needed to assess its sustainability performance more precisely.
In 2025, Coca-Cola HBC generated a total of 151,218 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 4.94% of Coca-Cola HBC'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.95.06% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, Coca-Cola HBC's total waste generation rose by 31.85%, yet remained stable in 2025, suggesting recent efforts may have paused further escalation, though historical accumulation remains a concern.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Coca-Cola HBC's total output increased by 50.3%, including a further 131.03% rise in 2025, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.a
Overall, Coca-Cola HBC'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
In 2025, Coca-Cola HBC reported that 7,475 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 4.94% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (78.31%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Coca-Cola HBC has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a