GFL Environmental Inc
GFL Environmental Waste Data Preview
In 2023, GFL Environmental 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 GFL Environmental's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, GFL Environmental generated a total of 6,912,531 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 27.1% of GFL Environmental's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 72.9% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
GFL Environmental's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of GFL Environmental's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, GFL Environmental reported a total waste generation of 6,912,531 metric tonnes, of which 27.1% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that GFL Environmental is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has GFL Environmental reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, GFL Environmental's total waste generation increased by 32.39%, but declined by 6.75% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.
Over the same period, GFL Environmental's waste recovery rate declined by 17.89%, yet improved by 10.32% in 2023, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.
Overall, GFL Environmental’s waste generation and recovery data show a mixed and inconsistent trend. A deeper analysis of the company's activities, industry benchmarks, and operational changes is needed to assess its sustainability performance more precisely.
GFL Environmental’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into GFL Environmental’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, GFL Environmental generated a total of 6,912,531 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.03% of GFL Environmental'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. 26.75% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 73.22% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
GFL Environmental’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How GFL Environmental reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, GFL Environmental's total waste generation increased by 32.39%, including a 6.75% 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.
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 21.74%, yet rose by 123.2% in 2023, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.
Overall, GFL Environmental'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.