In 2026, 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) | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 111,684a | 90,977a |
Total Waste Recovered | 110,860a | 90,478a |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 1,115a | 729a |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A |
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In 2026, Hindustan Unilever generated a total of 111,684metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 99.26% of Hindustan Unilever's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0.74% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2026, Hindustan Unilever reported a total waste generation of 111,684 metric tonnes, of which 99.26% 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.a
Since 2026, Hindustan Unilever's total waste generation has increased by 22.76%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.a
Over the same period, Hindustan Unilever's waste recovery rate remained relatively stable.a
In 2026, Hindustan Unilever generated a total of 111,684 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 1% 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.90.88% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.The remaining 8.12% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
Since 2026, Hindustan Unilever's total waste generation has increased by 22.76%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.a
Since 2026, Hindustan Unilever's hazardous waste generation has increased by 24.59%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..a
Overall, Hindustan Unilever has seen a recent increase in both total waste and hazardous waste, which may indicate growing operational pressures or insufficient controls on harmful materials.a