In 2025, Paychex 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 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 | 487.2a | 566.7a | 888.6a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 120.411a | 151.345a | 138.615a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, Paychex generated a total of 487metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 24.71% of Paychex's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 75.29% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Paychex reported a total waste generation of 487 metric tonnes, of which 24.71% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Paychex may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2023, Paychex's total waste generation decreased by 45.17%, including a further 14.03% drop in 2025, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Paychex's waste recovery rate increased by 58.44%, but declined by 7.46% in 2025, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.a
Overall, Paychex’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.