National Grid PLC
National Grid Waste Data Preview
In 2024, National Grid 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 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into National Grid's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2024, National Grid generated a total of 331,612 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 78.17% of National Grid's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 21.83% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
National Grid's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of National Grid's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2024, National Grid reported a total waste generation of 331,612 metric tonnes, of which 78.17% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that National Grid has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has National Grid reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2024, National Grid's total waste generation has decreased by 59.31%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.
Over the same period, National Grid's waste recovery rate decreased by 8.11%.
National Grid’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into National Grid’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2024, National Grid generated a total of 331,612 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 6.06% of National Grid'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. 93.94% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
National Grid’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How National Grid reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2024, National Grid's total waste generation has decreased by 59.31%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.
Overall, National Grid'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.