Norfolk Southern Corp
Norfolk Southern Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Norfolk Southern 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 Norfolk Southern's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Norfolk Southern generated a total of 163,139 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 78.57% of Norfolk Southern's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 21.43% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Norfolk Southern's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Norfolk Southern's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Norfolk Southern reported a total waste generation of 163,139 metric tonnes, of which 78.57% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Norfolk Southern has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Insights into Norfolk Southernās Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Norfolk Southern generated a total of 163,139 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 3.97% of Norfolk Southern'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. 17.46% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 78.57% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.