Duke Energy Corp
Duke Energy Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Duke Energy 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) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Duke Energy's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Duke Energy generated a total of 128,739 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 78.49% of Duke Energy's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 21.51% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Duke Energy's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Duke Energy's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Duke Energy reported a total waste generation of 128,739 metric tonnes, of which 78.49% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Duke Energy has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Duke Energy reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Duke Energy's total waste generation increased by 28.17%, including a 25.89% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.
Over the same period, Duke Energy's waste recovery rate remained relatively flat, but increased by 3.95% in 2023, hinting at early momentum toward stronger circularity practices or more robust waste treatment reporting.
Overall, Duke Energy’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.
Duke Energy’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered