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Kimberly-Clark Corp
Kimberly-Clark's Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Kimberly-Clark 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 Kimberly-Clark's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Kimberly-Clark generated a total of 811,655metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 82.55% of Kimberly-Clark's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 17.45% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
Kimberly-Clark's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Kimberly-Clark's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Kimberly-Clark reported a total waste generation of 811,655 metric tonnes, of which 82.55% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Kimberly-Clark has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Has Kimberly-Clark reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Kimberly-Clark's total waste generation decreased by 13.9%, including a further 11.85% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Kimberly-Clark's waste recovery rate declined by 4.89%, with a further 3.27% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.a
Overall, while Kimberly-Clark has successfully reduced its total waste generation, its waste recovery efforts have also declined. This pattern could suggest a shift in strategy away from circular treatment methods or a lag in recovery infrastructure development.
Kimberly-Clark’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Kimberly-Clark’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Kimberly-Clark generated a total of 811,655 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.23% of Kimberly-Clark'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.99.77% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Kimberly-Clark’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Kimberly-Clark reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Kimberly-Clark's total waste generation decreased by 13.9%, with an additional 11.85% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 12.61%, yet rose by 1.34% in 2023, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.a
Overall, Kimberly-Clark'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
How does Kimberly-Clark treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Kimberly-Clark reported that 1,833 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.23% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 15.71% 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