Murphy Oil Corp
Murphy Oil Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Murphy Oil 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 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Murphy Oil's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Murphy Oil generated a total of 68,883 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 0.02% of Murphy Oil's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 99.86% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a
Murphy Oil's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Murphy Oil's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Murphy Oil reported a total waste generation of 68,883 metric tonnes, of which 0.02% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Murphy Oil may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives. a
Has Murphy Oil reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, Murphy Oil's total waste generation decreased by 27.18%, including a further 36.71% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time. a
Murphy Oil’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Murphy Oil’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Murphy Oil generated a total of 68,883 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 0.12% of Murphy Oil'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. 99.88% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a
Murphy Oil’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Murphy Oil reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2020, Murphy Oil's total waste generation decreased by 27.18%, with an additional 36.71% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source. a
Over the same period, Murphy Oil saw a long-term increase of 212.78% in hazardous waste share, but a 84.16% reduction in 2023, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls. a
Overall, while Murphy Oil is generating less waste and has made recent gains in reducing hazardousness, the long-term increase in harmful materials still casts doubt on the sustainability of its waste stream. a