In 2023, NiSource 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. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 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. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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In 2023, NiSource generated a total of 41,699 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 6.76% of NiSource's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 93.24% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a
In 2023, NiSource reported a total waste generation of 41,699 metric tonnes, of which 6.76% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that NiSource may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives. a
In 2023, NiSource generated a total of 41,699 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 0.62% of NiSource'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. 99.38% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a
In 2023, NiSource reported that 259 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.62% of its overall waste generation. a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Only 2.92% of hazardous waste was recovered, meaning the vast majority was treated through disposal methods such as landfilling or incineration. This raises concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with NiSource’s current hazardous waste practices. a