Harmony Gold Mining Company Ltd
Harmony Gold Mining Waste Data Preview
In 2024, Harmony Gold Mining 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 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 Harmony Gold Mining's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2024, Harmony Gold Mining generated a total of 58,095,022 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 48.31% of Harmony Gold Mining's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 51.69% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Harmony Gold Mining's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Harmony Gold Mining's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2024, Harmony Gold Mining reported a total waste generation of 58,095,022 metric tonnes, of which 48.31% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Harmony Gold Mining is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Harmony Gold Mining reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, Harmony Gold Mining's total waste generation increased by 91.11%, but remained relatively stable in 2024, suggesting that past growth in waste production may have recently plateaued.
Over the same period, Harmony Gold Mining's waste recovery rate increased by 514.2%, but declined by 5.97% in 2024, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.
Overall, Harmony Gold Mining’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.
Harmony Gold Mining’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Harmony Gold Mining’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2024, Harmony Gold Mining generated a total of 58,095,022 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 89.51% of Harmony Gold Mining'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. 10.49% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Harmony Gold Mining’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Harmony Gold Mining reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2020, Harmony Gold Mining's total waste generation increased by 91.11%, including a 0.79% rise in 2024, 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 in Harmony Gold Mining's total output increased by 13.38%, including a further 1.17% rise in 2024, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.
Overall, Harmony Gold Mining'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.
How does Harmony Gold Mining treat its hazardous waste?
In 2024, Harmony Gold Mining reported that 52,000,000 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 89.51% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 42.31% 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.