Northrop Grumman Corp
Northrop Grumman Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Northrop Grumman 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 Northrop Grumman's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Northrop Grumman generated a total of 42,710 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 51.37% of Northrop Grumman's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 48.63% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Northrop Grumman's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Northrop Grumman's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Northrop Grumman reported a total waste generation of 42,710 metric tonnes, of which 51.37% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Northrop Grumman is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Northrop Grumman reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Northrop Grumman's total waste generation decreased by 3.78%, including a further 1.13% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, Northrop Grumman's waste recovery rate declined by 1.92%, and then remained stable in 2023, possibly indicating that earlier setbacks have leveled off without signs of active improvement.
Overall, Northrop Grumman’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.
Northrop Grumman’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Northrop Grumman’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Northrop Grumman generated a total of 42,710 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 8.03% of Northrop Grumman'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. 91.97% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Northrop Grumman’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Northrop Grumman reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Northrop Grumman's total waste generation decreased by 3.78%, with an additional 1.13% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.
Over the same period, Northrop Grumman reduced the share of hazardous waste by 2.86%, then maintained stable levels in 2023, potentially marking the consolidation of earlier progress in eliminating high-risk materials from its waste stream.
Overall, Northrop Grumman'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.