In 2024, Mueller Industries 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) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 5,829.161a | 5,796.578a | 5,800.604a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 5,537.703a | 5,506.75a | 5,452.567a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 32.704a | 34.09a | 27.979a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2024, Mueller Industries generated a total of 5,829metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 95% of Mueller Industries's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 5% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, Mueller Industries reported a total waste generation of 5,829 metric tonnes, of which 95% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Mueller Industries has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, Mueller Industries's total waste generation decreased by 1.2%, and remained stable in 2024, which may indicate a new baseline following earlier reductions in waste output.a
Over the same period, Mueller Industries's waste recovery rate increased by 1.06%, while holding steady in 2024, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.a
Overall, Mueller Industries’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 2024, Mueller Industries generated a total of 5,829 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.56% of Mueller Industries'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.99.44% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Mueller Industries's total waste generation decreased by 1.2%, and remained stable in 2024, signaling a plateau following previous reductions that may mark a new waste baseline.a
Over the same period, Mueller Industries reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 11.9%, with a further 4.6% decline in 2024, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Mueller Industries'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