In 2023, Copenhagen Airports 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 treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 4,734a | 4,338a | 2,017a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 4,697a | 3,992a | 1,703a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2023, Copenhagen Airports generated a total of 4,734metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 99.22% of Copenhagen Airports's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0.8% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Copenhagen Airports reported a total waste generation of 4,734 metric tonnes, of which 99.22% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Copenhagen Airports has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2019, Copenhagen Airports's total waste generation decreased by 12.07%, yet rose by 9.13% in 2023, potentially indicating a temporary operational shift or inconsistency in waste management outcomes.a
Over the same period, Copenhagen Airports's waste recovery rate increased by 6.12%, including a 7.82% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, Copenhagen Airports has reduced its waste footprint over time and continues to strengthen its recovery efforts, despite a recent uptick in waste output. This may reflect short-term operational shifts rather than a long-term reversal.