Hong Kong and China Gas Co Ltd
Hong Kong and China Gas Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Hong Kong and China Gas 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 Hong Kong and China Gas's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Hong Kong and China Gas generated a total of 284,763 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 0.04% of Hong Kong and China Gas's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0.05% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 99.91% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized. a
Hong Kong and China Gas's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Hong Kong and China Gas's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Hong Kong and China Gas reported a total waste generation of 284,763 metric tonnes, of which 0.04% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Hong Kong and China Gas may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives. a
Has Hong Kong and China Gas reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, Hong Kong and China Gas's total waste generation remained relatively flat, but fell by 23.23% in 2023, which may reflect the beginning of a downward trend in material intensity or waste generation. a
Over the same period, Hong Kong and China Gas's waste recovery rate declined by 40.82%, with a further 4.25% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies. a
Overall, Hong Kong and China Gas’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.
Hong Kong and China Gas’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Hong Kong and China Gas’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Hong Kong and China Gas generated a total of 284,763 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 1.38% of Hong Kong and China Gas'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. 98.62% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a
Hong Kong and China Gas’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Hong Kong and China Gas reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, Hong Kong and China Gas's total waste generation remained largely unchanged, but decreased by 23.23% in 2023, which could signal the early stages of a reduction strategy. a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Hong Kong and China Gas's total output increased by 217.82%, including a further 133.88% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks. a
Overall, Hong Kong and China Gas'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