Eldorado Gold Corp
Eldorado Gold Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Eldorado Gold 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 - 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 Eldorado Gold's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Eldorado Gold generated a total of 27,064,431 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 7.21% of Eldorado Gold's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 92.63% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Eldorado Gold's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Eldorado Gold's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Eldorado Gold reported a total waste generation of 27,064,431 metric tonnes, of which 7.21% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Eldorado Gold may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Has Eldorado Gold reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Eldorado Gold's total waste generation decreased by 25.58%, including a further 7.63% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, Eldorado Gold's waste recovery rate increased by 356.13%, including a 75.21% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.
Overall, Eldorado Gold has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.
Eldorado Gold’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Eldorado Gold’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Eldorado Gold generated a total of 27,064,431 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.01% of Eldorado Gold'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. 0.04% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 99.95% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Eldorado Gold’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Eldorado Gold reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Eldorado Gold's total waste generation decreased by 25.58%, with an additional 7.63% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.
Overall, Eldorado Gold'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.
How does Eldorado Gold treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Eldorado Gold reported that 3,751 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.01% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 32.6% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.