In 2025, Polyus 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) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 509,600,000a | 422,273,000a | 335,400,000a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 5,615,000a | 35,237,000a | 74,701,000a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 3,900a | 16,100a | 12,500a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 358,416,980a | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, Polyus generated a total of 509,600,000metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 1.1% of Polyus's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 70.33% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.The remaining 28.57% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
In 2025, Polyus reported a total waste generation of 509,600,000 metric tonnes, of which 1.1% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Polyus may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2023, Polyus's total waste generation increased by 51.94%, including a 20.68%increase in 2025, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.a
Over the same period, Polyus's waste recovery rate declined by 95.05%, with a further 86.8% drop in 2025, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.a
Overall, Polyus is generating more waste while simultaneously backsliding on recovery efforts, both in the short and long term. This dual negative trend raises concerns about the company’s waste management priorities and its alignment with sustainability goals.
In 2025, Polyus generated a total of 509,600,000 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0% of Polyus'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.100% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, Polyus's total waste generation increased by 51.94%, including a 20.68% rise in 2025, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.a
Over the same period, Polyus reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 79.47%, with a further 79.93% decline in 2025, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Polyus is generating more waste but has significantly reduced the share of hazardous materials, suggesting a partial decoupling of volume and toxicity that could reflect more responsible inputs or enhanced treatment.a
In 2025, Polyus reported that 3,900 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (87.95%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Polyus has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a