In 2023, Minerals Technologies 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 179,033a | 187,139a | 243,197a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 54,148a | 57,870a | 62,185a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 181a | 290a | 224a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 124,704a | 128,979a | 180,788a |
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In 2023, Minerals Technologies generated a total of 179,033metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 30.24% of Minerals Technologies's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 69.76% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Minerals Technologies reported a total waste generation of 179,033 metric tonnes, of which 30.24% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Minerals Technologies is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2019, Minerals Technologies's total waste generation decreased by 28.29%, including a further 4.33% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Minerals Technologies's waste recovery rate increased by 108.01%, but declined by 2.2% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.a
Overall, Minerals Technologies’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 2023, Minerals Technologies generated a total of 179,033 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.1% of Minerals Technologies'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.69.65% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.The remaining 30.24% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
Since 2019, Minerals Technologies's total waste generation decreased by 28.29%, with an additional 4.33% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Since 2023, Minerals Technologies's hazardous waste generation has decreased by 34.76%, suggesting a recent shift toward safer materials, improved waste handling protocols, or stronger compliance with environmental standards.a
Overall, Minerals Technologies has reduced both its total waste and hazardous waste in the last year, suggesting effective waste management practices and improved material sourcing.a