In 2025, NMDC Group 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) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 68,414.48a | 29,872.92a | 38,069.55a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 43,327.81a | 16,624.48a | 29,456.9a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 2,395.98a | 1,342.9a | 1,140.98a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 24,106.57a | 12,622.18a | 8,138a |
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In 2025, NMDC Group generated a total of 68,414metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 63.33% of NMDC Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 36.67% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, NMDC Group reported a total waste generation of 68,414 metric tonnes, of which 63.33% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that NMDC Group is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2023, NMDC Group's total waste generation increased by 79.71%, including a 129.02%increase in 2025, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.a
Over the same period, NMDC Group's waste recovery rate declined by 18.15%, yet improved by 13.8% in 2025, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.a
Overall, NMDC Group’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 2025, NMDC Group generated a total of 68,414 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 3.5% of NMDC Group'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.96.5% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, NMDC Group's total waste generation increased by 79.71%, including a 129.02% rise in 2025, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.a
Over the same period, NMDC Group saw a long-term increase of 16.85% in hazardous waste share, but a 22.09% reduction in 2025, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.a
Overall, NMDC Group'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
In 2025, NMDC Group reported that 2,396 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 3.5% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (59.09%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that NMDC Group has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a