nVent Electric PLC
nVent Electric Waste Data Preview
In 2023, nVent Electric 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 nVent Electric's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, nVent Electric generated a total of 33,034 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 93% of nVent Electric's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 7% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
nVent Electric's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of nVent Electric's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, nVent Electric reported a total waste generation of 33,034 metric tonnes, of which 93% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that nVent Electric has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has nVent Electric reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, nVent Electric's total waste generation decreased by 4.2%, and remained stable in 2023, which may indicate a new baseline following earlier reductions in waste output.
Over the same period, nVent Electric's waste recovery rate declined by 3.13%, and then remained stable in 2023, possibly indicating that earlier setbacks have leveled off without signs of active improvement.
Overall, nVent Electric’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.
nVent Electric’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into nVent Electric’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, nVent Electric generated a total of 33,034 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 2.03% of nVent Electric'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. 97.97% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
nVent Electric’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How nVent Electric reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, nVent Electric's total waste generation decreased by 4.2%, and remained stable in 2023, signaling a plateau following previous reductions that may mark a new waste baseline.
Over the same period, nVent Electric reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 27.98%, with a further 11.76% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, nVent Electric'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.
How does nVent Electric treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, nVent Electric reported that 672 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 2.03% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (53%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that nVent Electric has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.