In 2024, Ormat Technologies 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 | 2021-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 4,691a | 3,118a | N/A | |
Total Waste Recovered | 1,573.12a | N/A | N/A | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 300a | 340a | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 2,985.88a | N/A | N/A |
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In 2024, Ormat Technologies generated a total of 4,691metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 33.53% of Ormat Technologies's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 66.47% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, Ormat Technologies reported a total waste generation of 4,691 metric tonnes, of which 33.53% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Ormat Technologies is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2019, Ormat Technologies's total waste generation decreased by 33.58%, yet rose by 50.45% in 2024, potentially indicating a temporary operational shift or inconsistency in waste management outcomes.a
In 2024, Ormat Technologies generated a total of 4,691 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 6.4% of Ormat Technologies'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.93.6% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2019, Ormat Technologies's total waste generation fell by 33.58%, but rose by 50.45% in 2024, potentially reflecting a temporary surge in activity or inconsistency in waste control strategies.a
Over the same period, Ormat Technologies reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 54.79%, with a further 41.35% decline in 2024, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Ormat Technologies'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 2024, Ormat Technologies reported that 300 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 6.4% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (56%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Ormat Technologies has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a