In 2024, General Motors 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) | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 1,284,162a | N/A |
Total Waste Recovered | 1,200,000a | N/A |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A |
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In 2024, General Motors generated a total of 1,284,162metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 93.45% of General Motors's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 6.55% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, General Motors reported a total waste generation of 1,284,162 metric tonnes, of which 93.45% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that General Motors has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a