Gerresheimer AG
Gerresheimer Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Gerresheimer 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 Gerresheimer's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Gerresheimer generated a total of 30,624 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 59% of Gerresheimer's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 26% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 15% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Gerresheimer's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Gerresheimer's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Gerresheimer reported a total waste generation of 30,624 metric tonnes, of which 59% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Gerresheimer is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Gerresheimer reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2023, Gerresheimer's total waste generation has increased by 1.79%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.
Gerresheimer’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Gerresheimer’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Gerresheimer generated a total of 30,624 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 11.61% of Gerresheimer'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. 85.06% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 3.34% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Gerresheimer’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Gerresheimer reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2023, Gerresheimer's total waste generation has increased by 1.79%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.
Since 2023, Gerresheimer's hazardous waste generation has increased by 14.38%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..
Overall, Gerresheimer'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.