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Copel Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Copel 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) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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Insights into Copel's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Copel generated a total of 79,930 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 59.81% of Copel's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 18.93% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 21.25% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Copel's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Copel's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Copel reported a total waste generation of 79,930 metric tonnes, of which 59.81% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Copel is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Copel reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Copel's total waste generation increased by 38.15%, including a 37.42% 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, Copel's waste recovery rate declined by 33.52%, with a further 32.44% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.
Overall, Copel 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.
Copel’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Copel’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Copel generated a total of 79,930 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 6.03% of Copel'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. 93.97% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Copel’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Copel reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Copel's total waste generation increased by 38.15%, including a 37.42% 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 22.86%, yet rose by 193.68% in 2023, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.
Overall, Copel'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 Copel treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Copel reported that 4,821 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 6.03% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (87.29%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Copel has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.