Emerson Electric Co
Emerson Electric Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Emerson Electric 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 Emerson Electric's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Emerson Electric generated a total of 55 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 50.91% of Emerson Electric's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 40% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 9.09% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Emerson Electric's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Emerson Electric's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Emerson Electric reported a total waste generation of 55 metric tonnes, of which 50.91% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Emerson Electric is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Emerson Electric reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2023, Emerson Electric's total waste generation has decreased by 3.51%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.
Over the same period, Emerson Electric's waste recovery rate increased by 16.07%.
Emerson Electric’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Emerson Electric’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Emerson Electric generated a total of 55 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 5.45% of Emerson Electric'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. 94.55% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Emerson Electric’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Emerson Electric reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2023, Emerson Electric's total waste generation has decreased by 3.51%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.
Since 2023, Emerson Electric's hazardous waste generation has decreased by 22.27%, suggesting a recent shift toward safer materials, improved waste handling protocols, or stronger compliance with environmental standards.
Overall, Emerson Electric has reduced both its total waste and hazardous waste in the last year, suggesting effective waste management practices and improved material sourcing.