In 2025, Novo Nordisk 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 | 271,771a | 229,690a | 189,091a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 238,355a | 195,558a | N/A | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 48,282a | 52,982a | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 9,279a | 7,863a | N/A |
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In 2025, Novo Nordisk generated a total of 271,771metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 87.7% of Novo Nordisk's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 12.3% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Novo Nordisk reported a total waste generation of 271,771 metric tonnes, of which 87.7% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Novo Nordisk has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2023, Novo Nordisk's total waste generation increased by 43.72%, including a 18.32%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, Novo Nordisk's waste recovery rate increased by 3.01%.a
In 2025, Novo Nordisk generated a total of 271,771 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 17.77% of Novo Nordisk'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.82.23% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, Novo Nordisk's total waste generation increased by 43.72%, including a 18.32% 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
Since 2025, Novo Nordisk's hazardous waste generation has increased by 22.98%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..a
Overall, Novo Nordisk'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, Novo Nordisk reported that 48,282 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 17.77% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (50.01%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Novo Nordisk has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a