In 2026, Pennon Group 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) | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 245,786a | 223,423a | 285,239a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 241,362a | 222,059a | 222,759a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 833a | 223a | 625a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 182a | 284a | N/A |
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In 2026, Pennon Group generated a total of 245,786metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 98.2% of Pennon Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 1.8% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2026, Pennon Group reported a total waste generation of 245,786 metric tonnes, of which 98.2% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Pennon Group has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2024, Pennon Group's total waste generation decreased by 13.83%, yet rose by 10.01% in 2026, potentially indicating a temporary operational shift or inconsistency in waste management outcomes.a
Over the same period, Pennon Group's waste recovery rate increased by 25.74%, but declined by 1.2% in 2026, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.a
Overall, Pennon Group’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.
In 2026, Pennon Group generated a total of 245,786 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.34% of Pennon Group'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.86.69% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.The remaining 12.97% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
Since 2024, Pennon Group's total waste generation fell by 13.83%, but rose by 10.01% in 2026, potentially reflecting a temporary surge in activity or inconsistency in waste control strategies.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Pennon Group's total output increased by 54.67%, including a further 239.56% rise in 2026, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.a
Overall, Pennon Group had previously reduced its waste generation, but recent increases in both volume and hazardousness suggest potential reversals or emerging operational risks that warrant further investigation.a
In 2026, Pennon Group reported that 833 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.34% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (84.27%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Pennon Group has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a