DaVita Inc

Common Name
DaVita
Country
United States
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Medical Care Facilities
Employees
76,000
Ticker
DVA
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
DaVita Inc. is a prominent player in the healthcare sector, specializing in kidney care services. As a leading provider of dialysis services in the United States, DaVita operates numerous dialysis cen...

DaVita Waste Data Preview

In 2023, DaVita 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.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into DaVita's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, DaVita generated a total of 105,290 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 24.06% of DaVita's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 75.94% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

DaVita's Waste Recovery Rate

24%

How much of DaVita's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, DaVita reported a total waste generation of 105,290 metric tonnes, of which 24.06% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that DaVita may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.

Has DaVita reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2020, DaVita's total waste generation increased by 5.46%, but declined by 3.09% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.

Over the same period, DaVita's waste recovery rate increased by 11.39%, but declined by 4.21% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.

Overall, DaVita’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.

DaVita’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into DaVita’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, DaVita generated a total of 105,290 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 0.01% of DaVita'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. 96.3% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 3.69% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

DaVita’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How DaVita reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2020, DaVita's total waste generation increased by 5.46%, including a 3.09% 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, DaVita reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 38.59%, with a further 58.29% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.

Overall, DaVita has increased waste over time but is now demonstrating meaningful progress in both reducing waste generation and lowering its hazardous content, potentially signaling a turning point toward sustainability.

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