Hydro One Ltd
Hydro One Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Hydro One 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 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 Hydro One's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Hydro One generated a total of 77,586 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 13.99% of Hydro One's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 86.01% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Hydro One's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Hydro One's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Hydro One reported a total waste generation of 77,586 metric tonnes, of which 13.99% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Hydro One may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Has Hydro One reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Hydro One's total waste generation decreased by 39.59%, including a further 43.58% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, Hydro One's waste recovery rate increased by 104.89%, including a 86.78% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.
Overall, Hydro One has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.
Hydro Oneās Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered