In 2025, LATAM Airlines Group 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) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 9,612a | 7,867a | 5,047a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 3,425a | N/A | N/A | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 2,715a | 2,674.78a | 1,211.28a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 3,610a | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, LATAM Airlines Group generated a total of 9,612metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 35.63% of LATAM Airlines Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 64.36% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, LATAM Airlines Group reported a total waste generation of 9,612 metric tonnes, of which 35.63% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that LATAM Airlines Group is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2022, LATAM Airlines Group's total waste generation increased by 243.41%, including a 22.18%increase in 2025, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.a
In 2025, LATAM Airlines Group generated a total of 9,612 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 28.25% of LATAM Airlines Group'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.71.76% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2022, LATAM Airlines Group's total waste generation increased by 243.41%, including a 22.18% rise in 2025, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.a
Over the same period, LATAM Airlines Group saw a long-term increase of 34.5% in hazardous waste share, but a 16.92% reduction in 2025, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.a
Overall, LATAM Airlines Group'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
In 2025, LATAM Airlines Group reported that 2,715 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 28.25% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Only 5.12% of hazardous waste was recovered, meaning the vast majority was treated through disposal methods such as landfilling or incineration. This raises concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with LATAM Airlines Group’s current hazardous waste practices.a