In 2023, General Mills 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 396,780a | 346,570a | 339,910a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 299,440a | 233,920a | 208,940a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 394,000a | 344,000a | 337,000a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2023, General Mills generated a total of 396,780metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 75.47% of General Mills's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 24.82% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, General Mills reported a total waste generation of 396,780 metric tonnes, of which 75.47% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that General Mills has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2019, General Mills's total waste generation increased by 32.7%, including a 14.49%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.a
Over the same period, General Mills's waste recovery rate increased by 17.92%, including a 11.81% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, General Mills has seen a consistent rise in waste generation both over the long term and in the year 2023. However, the company has also steadily improved its waste recovery performance, suggesting that it is actively working to offset the environmental consequences of increased production through enhanced circularity efforts.
In 2023, General Mills generated a total of 396,780 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 99.3% of General Mills'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.0.7% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2019, General Mills's total waste generation increased by 32.7%, including a 14.49% 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.a
Since 2023, General Mills's hazardous waste generation has increased by 0.04%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..a
Overall, General Mills'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