In 2023, Equity Residential 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 | 2020-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 59,224a | 59,602a | 59,475a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 12,285a | 10,570a | 10,771a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2023, Equity Residential generated a total of 59,224metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 20.74% of Equity Residential's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 79.26% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Equity Residential reported a total waste generation of 59,224 metric tonnes, of which 20.74% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Equity Residential may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2021, Equity Residential's total waste generation has remained relatively stable with no meaningful fluctuations over time, indicating consistency in waste generation practices.a
Over the same period, Equity Residential's waste recovery rate increased by 14.54%, including a 16.97% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, Equity Residential’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.