Greif Inc
Greif Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Greif 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 Greif's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Greif generated a total of 942,125 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 87.98% of Greif's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 12.02% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Greif's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Greif's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Greif reported a total waste generation of 942,125 metric tonnes, of which 87.98% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Greif has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Greif reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, Greif's total waste generation increased by 290.36%, but declined by 4.07% 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, Greif's waste recovery rate increased by 3.53%, including a 3.25% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.
Overall, while Greif 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.
Greif’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Greif’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Greif generated a total of 942,125 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 1.16% of Greif'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. 98.84% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Greif’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Greif reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, Greif's total waste generation increased by 290.36%, including a 4.07% 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, Greif reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 87.91%, with a further 20.78% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, Greif has increased waste over time but is now demonstrating meaningful progress in both reducing waste generation and lowering its hazardous content, potentially signaling a turning point toward sustainability.
How does Greif treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Greif reported that 10,926 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 1.16% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (90.46%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Greif has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.