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Greencore Group PLC

Common Name
Greencore Group
Country
Ireland
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Packaged Foods
Employees
13,300
Ticker
GNC
Exchange
London Stock Exchange
Description
Greencore Group plc is a leading manufacturer of convenience foods, recognized as the UK's top producer and the world's largest maker of fresh pre-packaged sandwiches. Established in 1991 from the pri...

Greencore Group's Waste Data Preview

In 2025, Greencore Group 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)2025
Total Waste Generated
58,201a
Total Waste Recovered
47,424a
Total Hazardous Waste Generated
55.2a
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
10,736a
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a. Greencore Group's GRI index 2025

Insights into Greencore Group's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2025, Greencore Group generated a total of 58,201metric tonnes of waste.a

Of this amount, 81.48% of Greencore Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 18.52% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a

Greencore Group's Waste Recovery Rate

81%

How much of Greencore Group's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2025, Greencore Group reported a total waste generation of 58,201 metric tonnes, of which 81.48% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Greencore Group has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a

Insights into Greencore Group’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2025, Greencore Group generated a total of 58,201 metric tonnes of waste.a

Of this amount, 0.09% of Greencore Group'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.99.91% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a

How does Greencore Group treat its hazardous waste?

In 2025, Greencore Group reported that 55 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.09% of its overall waste generation.a

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 25.36% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.a

Breakdown of Greencore Group's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(18.4%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(81.5%)
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