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Henkel AG & Co KGaA
Henkel AG & Co's 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Henkel AG & Co's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Henkel AG & Co generated a total of 127,000metric tonnes of waste.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a