JBS SA

Common Name
JBS
Country
Brazil
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Packaged Foods
Employees
280,000
Ticker
JBSS3
Exchange
B3 S.A.
Description
JBS S.A. is a Brazilian multinational corporation renowned for its role as one of the world's largest meat processing companies. Specializing in the production of beef, chicken, and pork, JBS stands o...

JBS Waste Data Preview

In 2023, JBS 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.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Insights into JBS's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, JBS generated a total of 3,695,648 metric tonnes of waste. a

Of this amount, 78.48% of JBS's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 21.52% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a

JBS's Waste Recovery Rate

78%

How much of JBS's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, JBS reported a total waste generation of 3,695,648 metric tonnes, of which 78.48% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that JBS has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management. a

Has JBS reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2023, JBS's total waste generation has increased by 42.4%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts. a

Over the same period, JBS's waste recovery rate increased by 6.13%. a

JBS’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

202220230950 k1.9 M2.85 M3.8 Mtonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into JBS’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, JBS generated a total of 3,695,648 metric tonnes of waste. a

Of this amount, 1.68% of JBS'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. 98.32% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a

JBS’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

202220230950 k1.9 M2.85 M3.8 Mtonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How JBS reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2023, JBS's total waste generation has increased by 42.4%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts. a

Since 2023, JBS's hazardous waste generation has increased by 27.25%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies.. a

Overall, JBS 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

How does JBS treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, JBS reported that 62,057 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 1.68% of its overall waste generation. a

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 20.07% 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

Breakdown of JBS's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(20.2%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(78.1%)
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