Essential Utilities Inc
Essential Utilities Waste Data Preview
In 2023, 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 | 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 Essential Utilities's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Essential Utilities generated a total of 2,566 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 13.95% of Essential Utilities's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 86.01% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Essential Utilities's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Essential Utilities's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Essential Utilities reported a total waste generation of 2,566 metric tonnes, of which 13.95% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Essential Utilities may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Insights into Essential Utilitiesās Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Essential Utilities generated a total of 2,566 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.7% 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. 99.3% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
How does Essential Utilities treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Essential Utilities reported that 18 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.7% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 16.67% 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.