Empresas CMPC SA
Empresas CMPC Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Empresas CMPC 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 Empresas CMPC's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Empresas CMPC generated a total of 3,105,237 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 90.92% of Empresas CMPC's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 9.08% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Empresas CMPC's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Empresas CMPC's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Empresas CMPC reported a total waste generation of 3,105,237 metric tonnes, of which 90.92% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Empresas CMPC has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Empresas CMPC reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2018, Empresas CMPC's total waste generation increased by 34.65%, including a 9.69% 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, Empresas CMPC's waste recovery rate increased by 3.82%.
Empresas CMPC’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Empresas CMPC’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Empresas CMPC generated a total of 3,105,237 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.28% of Empresas CMPC'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. 99.72% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Empresas CMPC’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Empresas CMPC reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2018, Empresas CMPC's total waste generation increased by 34.65%, including a 9.69% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Empresas CMPC's total output increased by 79.08%, including a further 66.59% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.
Overall, Empresas CMPC has seen a continuous rise in both total waste and hazardous waste over time, signaling a worsening environmental impact that may require urgent reassessment of material sourcing, production processes, or waste mitigation strategies.
How does Empresas CMPC treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Empresas CMPC reported that 8,775 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.28% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 49.24% 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.