Graphic Packaging Holding Co

Common Name
Graphic Packaging Holding
Country
United States
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Packaging & Containers
Employees
23,000
Ticker
GPK
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
Graphic Packaging Holding Company is a leading provider in the packaging industry, specializing in sustainable fiber-based solutions. It primarily produces paperboard packaging, which plays a critical...

Graphic Packaging Holding Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Graphic Packaging Holding 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.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into Graphic Packaging Holding's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Graphic Packaging Holding generated a total of 1,585,800 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 68.91% of Graphic Packaging Holding's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 31.09% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Graphic Packaging Holding's Waste Recovery Rate

69%

How much of Graphic Packaging Holding's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Graphic Packaging Holding reported a total waste generation of 1,585,800 metric tonnes, of which 68.91% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Graphic Packaging Holding is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

Has Graphic Packaging Holding reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2021, Graphic Packaging Holding's total waste generation increased by 25.91%, but declined by 5.56% 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, Graphic Packaging Holding's waste recovery rate increased by 40.96%, including a 1.04% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.

Overall, while Graphic Packaging Holding has increased waste over the long term, recent reductions in waste generation and strong improvements in recovery indicate a strategic pivot toward better waste management and more sustainable practices.

Graphic Packaging Holding’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Graphic Packaging Holding’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Graphic Packaging Holding generated a total of 1,585,800 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 0.18% of Graphic Packaging Holding'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. 30.91% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 68.91% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

Graphic Packaging Holding’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Graphic Packaging Holding reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2021, Graphic Packaging Holding's total waste generation increased by 25.91%, including a 5.56% 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, Graphic Packaging Holding saw a long-term increase of 27.96% in hazardous waste share, but a 68.67% reduction in 2023, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.

Overall, Graphic Packaging Holding'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.

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