In 2023, James Hardie Industries 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 | 2020-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 311,042a | 370,170a | 358,164a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 78,641a | 117,761a | 106,703a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 2,390a | 1,087a | 584a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 230,943a | 251,908a | 251,428a |
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In 2023, James Hardie Industries generated a total of 311,042metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 25.28% of James Hardie Industries's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 74.72% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, James Hardie Industries reported a total waste generation of 311,042 metric tonnes, of which 25.28% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that James Hardie Industries is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2019, James Hardie Industries's total waste generation increased by 2.47%, but declined by 15.97% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.a
Over the same period, James Hardie Industries's waste recovery rate increased by 14,326.09%, but declined by 20.53% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.a
Overall, James Hardie Industries’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.
In 2023, James Hardie Industries generated a total of 311,042 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.77% of James Hardie Industries'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.99.23% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2019, James Hardie Industries's total waste generation rose by 2.47%, but dropped by 15.97% in 2023, indicating a possible turning point driven by improved waste-reduction practices or production slowdowns.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in James Hardie Industries's total output increased by 331.93%, including a further 161.67% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.a
Overall, while James Hardie Industries has recently reduced waste output, its hazardous waste share continues to rise, raising concerns about treatment efficiency or growing reliance on harmful materials despite short-term volume improvements.a
In 2023, James Hardie Industries reported that 2,390 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.77% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 39% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.a