Henkel AG & Co KGaA
Henkel AG & Co Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Henkel AG & Co 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 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 Henkel AG & Co's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Henkel AG & Co generated a total of 127,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 47.24% of Henkel AG & Co's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 19.69% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 33.07% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Henkel AG & Co's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Henkel AG & Co's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Henkel AG & Co reported a total waste generation of 127,000 metric tonnes, of which 47.24% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Henkel AG & Co is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Henkel AG & Co reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, Henkel AG & Co's total waste generation decreased by 3.79%, and remained stable in 2023, which may indicate a new baseline following earlier reductions in waste output.
Over the same period, Henkel AG & Co's waste recovery rate declined by 9.62%, with a further 8.42% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.
Overall, Henkel AG & Co’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.
Henkel AG & Co’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Henkel AG & Co’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Henkel AG & Co generated a total of 127,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 19.69% of Henkel AG & Co'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. 47.24% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 33.07% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Henkel AG & Co’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Henkel AG & Co reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, Henkel AG & Co's total waste generation decreased by 3.79%, and remained stable in 2023, signaling a plateau following previous reductions that may mark a new waste baseline.
Over the same period, Henkel AG & Co reduced the share of hazardous waste by 10.4%, then maintained stable levels in 2023, potentially marking the consolidation of earlier progress in eliminating high-risk materials from its waste stream.
Overall, Henkel AG & Co'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 Henkel AG & Co treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Henkel AG & Co reported that 25,000 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 19.69% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (64%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Henkel AG & Co has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.