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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 | 0000000 |
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In 2023, Duke Energy generated a total of 128,739metric tonnes of waste.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.