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Metro Inc

Country
Canada
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Grocery Stores
Employees
97,870
Ticker
MRU
Exchange
TMX Group Inc.
Description
Metro Inc. is a Canadian food and pharmacy retailer operating a network of supermarkets, discount grocers, and drugstores under well-known banners and private-label brands. Its primary function is to ...

Metro Inc's Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Metro Inc 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)2023202220212020-2019
Total Waste Generated
247,042.8a
234,565.6a
173,483.5a
Total Waste Recovered
123,381.8a
117,327.6a
116,230.3a
Total Hazardous Waste Generated
185,766.5a
177,849.4a
N/A
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
N/AN/AN/A
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a. Metro Inc's Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) 2023

Insights into Metro Inc's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Metro Inc generated a total of 247,043metric tonnes of waste.a

Of this amount, 49.94% of Metro Inc's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 25.25% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.The remaining 24.8% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a

Metro Inc's Waste Recovery Rate

50%

How much of Metro Inc's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Metro Inc reported a total waste generation of 247,043 metric tonnes, of which 49.94% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Metro Inc is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a

Has Metro Inc reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2019, Metro Inc's total waste generation increased by 44.71%, including a 5.32%increase in 2023, 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, Metro Inc's waste recovery rate declined by 24.47%, and then remained stable in 2023, possibly indicating that earlier setbacks have leveled off without signs of active improvement.a

Overall, Metro Inc’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.

Metro Inc’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

20192020202120222023050 k100 k150 k200 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Metro Inc’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Metro Inc generated a total of 247,043 metric tonnes of waste.a

Of this amount, 75.2% of Metro Inc'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.24.8% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a

Metro Inc’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

20222023065 k130 k195 k260 ktonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Metro Inc reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2019, Metro Inc's total waste generation increased by 44.71%, including a 5.32% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.a

Since 2023, Metro Inc's hazardous waste generation has increased by 0.82%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..a

Overall, Metro Inc'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

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