Equinor ASA
Equinor Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Equinor 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 Equinor's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Equinor generated a total of 389,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 70.44% of Equinor's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 29.56% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Equinor's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Equinor's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Equinor reported a total waste generation of 389,000 metric tonnes, of which 70.44% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Equinor is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Equinor reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2018, Equinor's total waste generation increased by 17.88%, including a 13.68% 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, Equinor's waste recovery rate decreased by 2.41%.
Equinor’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Equinor’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Equinor generated a total of 389,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 91.26% of Equinor'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. 8.74% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Equinor’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Equinor reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2018, Equinor's total waste generation increased by 17.88%, including a 13.68% 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 remained relatively flat but increased by 2.32% in 2023, which may indicate a recent uptick in high-risk waste production, potentially linked to material sourcing or product mix.
Overall, Equinor'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 Equinor treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Equinor reported that 355,000 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 91.26% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (72.68%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Equinor has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.