Glanbia PLC
Glanbia Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Glanbia 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 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Glanbia's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Glanbia generated a total of 344,193 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 97.82% of Glanbia's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 2.18% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a
Glanbia's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Glanbia's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Glanbia reported a total waste generation of 344,193 metric tonnes, of which 97.82% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Glanbia has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management. a
Insights into Glanbia’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Glanbia generated a total of 344,193 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 0.04% of Glanbia'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. 99.96% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a
How does Glanbia treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Glanbia reported that 137 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.04% of its overall waste generation. a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Only 0.15% of hazardous waste was recovered, meaning the vast majority was treated through disposal methods such as landfilling or incineration. This raises concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with Glanbia’s current hazardous waste practices. a