In 2024, Public Storage 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 | 32,161a | 31,567a | 28,734a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 3,923.642a | 4,608.782a | 3,534.282a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 28,237.358a | 26,958.218a | 25,199.718a |
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In 2024, Public Storage generated a total of 32,161metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 12.2% of Public Storage's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 87.8% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, Public Storage reported a total waste generation of 32,161 metric tonnes, of which 12.2% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Public Storage may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2022, Public Storage's total waste generation increased by 11.93%, including a 1.88%increase in 2024, 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, Public Storage's waste recovery rate remained relatively flat, but declined by 16.44% in 2024, potentially pointing to emerging inefficiencies or short-term disruptions in recovery efforts.a
Overall, Public Storage’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.