In 2026, Fortescue 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) | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 453,199,019a | 441,797,300a |
Total Waste Recovered | 226,377,184a | 196,972,950a |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 28,911a | 32,628a |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 16,770a | 19,816a |
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In 2026, Fortescue generated a total of 453,199,019metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 49.95% of Fortescue's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 50.05% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2026, Fortescue reported a total waste generation of 453,199,019 metric tonnes, of which 49.95% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Fortescue is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2026, Fortescue's total waste generation has increased by 2.58%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.a
Over the same period, Fortescue's waste recovery rate increased by 12.04%.a
In 2026, Fortescue generated a total of 453,199,019 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.01% of Fortescue'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.0.02% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.The remaining 99.98% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
Since 2026, Fortescue's total waste generation has increased by 2.58%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.a
Since 2026, Fortescue's hazardous waste generation has increased by 13.62%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..a
Overall, Fortescue'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.a
In 2026, Fortescue reported that 28,911 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.01% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (82.48%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Fortescue has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a