In 2024, DENTSPLY SIRONA 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 | 6,530a | 6,148a | N/A | |
Total Waste Recovered | 2,938.5a | 2,213.28a | N/A | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 1,452a | 1,374a | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2024, DENTSPLY SIRONA generated a total of 6,530metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 45% of DENTSPLY SIRONA's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 51% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.The remaining 4% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
In 2024, DENTSPLY SIRONA reported a total waste generation of 6,530 metric tonnes, of which 45% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that DENTSPLY SIRONA is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2021, DENTSPLY SIRONA's total waste generation decreased by 15.68%, yet rose by 6.21% in 2024, potentially indicating a temporary operational shift or inconsistency in waste management outcomes.a
Over the same period, DENTSPLY SIRONA's waste recovery rate increased by 12.5%, including a 25% rise in 2024, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, DENTSPLY SIRONA 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.
In 2024, DENTSPLY SIRONA generated a total of 6,530 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 22.24% of DENTSPLY SIRONA'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.77.75% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, DENTSPLY SIRONA's total waste generation fell by 15.68%, but rose by 6.21% in 2024, potentially reflecting a temporary surge in activity or inconsistency in waste control strategies.a
Over the same period, DENTSPLY SIRONA reduced the share of hazardous waste by 1.21%, then maintained stable levels in 2024, potentially marking the consolidation of earlier progress in eliminating high-risk materials from its waste stream.a
Overall, DENTSPLY SIRONA'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