In 2023, Kohls 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 119,080a | 163,654a | 135,884a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 98,657a | 137,008a | 117,616a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2023, Kohls generated a total of 119,080metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 82.85% of Kohls's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 17.15% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Kohls reported a total waste generation of 119,080 metric tonnes, of which 82.85% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Kohls has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2019, Kohls's total waste generation decreased by 29.44%, including a further 27.24% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Kohls's waste recovery rate declined by 1.28%, with a further 1.04% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.a
Overall, while Kohls 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.