Nike Inc
Nike Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Nike 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 Nike's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Nike generated a total of 222,475 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 97.65% of Nike's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 2.35% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Nike's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Nike's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Nike reported a total waste generation of 222,475 metric tonnes, of which 97.65% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Nike has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Nike reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, Nike's total waste generation decreased by 1.94%, yet rose by 7.48% in 2023, potentially indicating a temporary operational shift or inconsistency in waste management outcomes.
Over the same period, Nike's waste recovery rate increased by 1.42%, while holding steady in 2023, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.
Overall, Nike’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.
Nike’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Nike’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Nike generated a total of 222,475 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 6.52% of Nike'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. 93.48% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Nike’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Nike reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2020, Nike's total waste generation fell by 1.94%, but rose by 7.48% in 2023 , potentially reflecting a temporary surge in activity or inconsistency in waste control strategies.
Overall, Nike'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.