In 2025, MercadoLibre 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 | 139,437a | 76,722a | 36,705a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 113,963a | 62,779a | 32,234a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 2,950a | 1,327a | 354a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 22,524a | 16,774a | 4,117a |
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In 2025, MercadoLibre generated a total of 139,437metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 81.73% of MercadoLibre's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 18.27% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, MercadoLibre reported a total waste generation of 139,437 metric tonnes, of which 81.73% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that MercadoLibre has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2023, MercadoLibre's total waste generation increased by 279.89%, including a 81.74%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
Over the same period, MercadoLibre's waste recovery rate declined by 6.93%, and then remained stable in 2025, possibly indicating that earlier setbacks have leveled off without signs of active improvement.a
Overall, MercadoLibre’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 2025, MercadoLibre generated a total of 139,437 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 2.12% of MercadoLibre'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.97.88% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, MercadoLibre's total waste generation increased by 279.89%, including a 81.74% 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, the share of hazardous waste in MercadoLibre's total output increased by 119.36%, including a further 22.32% rise in 2025, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.a
Overall, MercadoLibre has seen a continuous rise in both total waste and hazardous waste over time, signaling a worsening environmental impact that may require urgent reassessment of material sourcing, production processes, or waste mitigation strategies.a