Hindustan Unilever Ltd
Hindustan Unilever Waste Data Preview
In 2024, Hindustan Unilever 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 Hindustan Unilever's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2024, Hindustan Unilever generated a total of 103,122 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 99.66% of Hindustan Unilever's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0.34% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Hindustan Unilever's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Hindustan Unilever's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2024, Hindustan Unilever reported a total waste generation of 103,122 metric tonnes, of which 99.66% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Hindustan Unilever has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Hindustan Unilever reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2024, Hindustan Unilever's total waste generation has increased by 13.86%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.
Over the same period, Hindustan Unilever's waste recovery rate remained relatively stable.
Hindustan Unilever’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Hindustan Unilever’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2024, Hindustan Unilever generated a total of 103,122 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.55% of Hindustan Unilever'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. 91.89% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 7.56% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Hindustan Unilever’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Hindustan Unilever reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2024, Hindustan Unilever's total waste generation has increased by 13.86%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.
Since 2024, Hindustan Unilever's hazardous waste generation has increased by 9.44%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..
Overall, Hindustan Unilever'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.