Pearson PLC

Common Name
Pearson
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Publishing
Employees
17,612
Ticker
PSON
Exchange
LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Pearson plc is a British multinational publishing and education company, known as one of the largest education companies in the world. The company's primary function is to provide a broad range of edu...

Pearson Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Pearson 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.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into Pearson's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Pearson generated a total of 680 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 23.9% of Pearson's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 76.1% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Pearson's Waste Recovery Rate

24%

How much of Pearson's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Pearson reported a total waste generation of 680 metric tonnes, of which 23.9% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Pearson may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.

Has Pearson reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2023, Pearson's total waste generation has decreased by 47.61%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.

Over the same period, Pearson's waste recovery rate increased by 35.03%.

Pearson’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

2022202303507001.05 k1.4 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered
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