In 2025, Deutsche Bank 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) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 8,328a | 6,807a | 6,754a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 4,510a | 3,462a | 4,023a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 29a | 22a | 61a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, Deutsche Bank generated a total of 8,328metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 54.15% of Deutsche Bank's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 45.85% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Deutsche Bank reported a total waste generation of 8,328 metric tonnes, of which 54.15% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Deutsche Bank is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2023, Deutsche Bank's total waste generation increased by 23.3%, including a 22.34%increase in 2025, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.a
Over the same period, Deutsche Bank's waste recovery rate declined by 9.08%, yet improved by 6.48% in 2025, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.a
Overall, Deutsche Bank’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.
In 2025, Deutsche Bank generated a total of 8,328 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.35% of Deutsche Bank'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.99.65% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, Deutsche Bank's total waste generation increased by 23.3%, including a 22.34% rise in 2025, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 61.44%, yet rose by 7.74% in 2025, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.a
Overall, Deutsche Bank'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