In 2025, Mercedes-Benz 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 |
|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 902,400a | 719,400a |
Total Waste Recovered | 865,700a | 695,300a |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 54,500a | 59,900a |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 24,800a | 10,400a |
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In 2025, Mercedes-Benz Group generated a total of 902,400metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 95.93% of Mercedes-Benz Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 4.07% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Mercedes-Benz Group reported a total waste generation of 902,400 metric tonnes, of which 95.93% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Mercedes-Benz Group has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2025, Mercedes-Benz Group's total waste generation has increased by 25.44%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.a
Over the same period, Mercedes-Benz Group's waste recovery rate remained relatively stable.a
In 2025, Mercedes-Benz Group generated a total of 902,400 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 6.04% of Mercedes-Benz 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.93.96% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2025, Mercedes-Benz Group's total waste generation has increased by 25.44%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.a
Since 2025, Mercedes-Benz Group's hazardous waste generation has increased by 27.47%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..a
Overall, Mercedes-Benz 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, Mercedes-Benz Group reported that 54,500 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 6.04% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (78.17%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Mercedes-Benz Group has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a