Public Power Corporation SA
Public Power Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Public Power 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 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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Insights into Public Power's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Public Power generated a total of 483,267 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 7.46% of Public Power's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 93.07% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Public Power's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Public Power's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Public Power reported a total waste generation of 483,267 metric tonnes, of which 7.46% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Public Power may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Has Public Power reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2023, Public Power's total waste generation has decreased by 55.29%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.
Over the same period, Public Power's waste recovery rate increased by 235.48%.
Public Power’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Public Power’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Public Power generated a total of 483,267 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 2.46% of Public Power'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. 98.07% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Public Power’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Public Power reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2023, Public Power's total waste generation has decreased by 55.29%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.
Overall, Public Power's waste and hazardousness trends are mixed or inconclusive. A more detailed review of its materials, industry standards, and operational changes would help clarify the net environmental impact of its waste strategy.
How does Public Power treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Public Power reported that 11,892 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 2.46% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (89.33%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Public Power has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.