In 2024, PSEG 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 | 535,175a | 881,151a | 632,750a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 458,152a | 802,384a | 580,135a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 1,841a | 2,122a | 1,439a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2024, PSEG generated a total of 535,175metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 85.61% of PSEG's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 14.39% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, PSEG reported a total waste generation of 535,175 metric tonnes, of which 85.61% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that PSEG has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, PSEG's total waste generation decreased by 8.18%, including a further 39.26% drop in 2024, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, PSEG's waste recovery rate remained relatively flat, but declined by 5.99% in 2024, potentially pointing to emerging inefficiencies or short-term disruptions in recovery efforts.a
Overall, PSEG’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.