In 2024, Essential Utilities 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 |
|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 65,870.2a |
Total Waste Recovered | 53,304.6a |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 15.2a |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 12,555a |
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In 2024, Essential Utilities generated a total of 65,870metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 80.92% of Essential Utilities's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 19.08% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, Essential Utilities reported a total waste generation of 65,870 metric tonnes, of which 80.92% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Essential Utilities has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
In 2024, Essential Utilities generated a total of 65,870 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.02% of Essential Utilities'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.99.32% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
In 2024, Essential Utilities reported that 15 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.02% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 23.68% 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.a