In 2024, CSN Mineracao 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 | 2021-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 34,342,509a | 35,046,976.6a | 37,750,264.06a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 13,607.6a | 12,507.7a | 11,726.7a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 2,622.1a | 2,254.4a | 2,218.4a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 5,909.5a | 5,144.6a | 3,765.5a |
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In 2024, CSN Mineracao generated a total of 34,342,509metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.04% of CSN Mineracao's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0.02% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.The remaining 99.94% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
In 2024, CSN Mineracao reported a total waste generation of 34,342,509 metric tonnes, of which 0.04% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that CSN Mineracao may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2022, CSN Mineracao's total waste generation decreased by 9.03%, including a further 2.01% drop in 2024, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, CSN Mineracao's waste recovery rate increased by 27.55%, including a 11.03% rise in 2024, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, CSN Mineracao has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.
In 2024, CSN Mineracao generated a total of 34,342,509 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.01% of CSN Mineracao'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.0.05% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.The remaining 99.94% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
Since 2022, CSN Mineracao's total waste generation decreased by 9.03%, with an additional 2.01% decline in 2024, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in CSN Mineracao's total output increased by 29.93%, including a further 18.7% rise in 2024, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.a
Overall, CSN Mineracao'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 2024, CSN Mineracao reported that 2,622 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.01% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (104.1%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that CSN Mineracao has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a