In 2025, Hershey 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 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 98,170a | 119,587a | 106,900a | |
Total Waste Recovered | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 180a | 182a | 166a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 26,242a | 37,160a | 35,770a |
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In 2025, Hershey generated a total of 98,170 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.18% of Hershey'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.99.82% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, Hershey's total waste generation decreased by 8.17%, with an additional 17.91% decline in 2025, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Hershey's total output increased by 18.08%, including a further 20.48% rise in 2025, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.a
Overall, Hershey'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