Robert Bosch GmbH
Robert Bosch's Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Robert Bosch 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Robert Bosch's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Robert Bosch generated a total of 666,000 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 85.57% of Robert Bosch's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 14.43% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a
Robert Bosch's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Robert Bosch's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Robert Bosch reported a total waste generation of 666,000 metric tonnes, of which 85.57% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Robert Bosch has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management. a
Has Robert Bosch reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Robert Bosch's total waste generation decreased by 3.41%, including a further 1.81% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time. a
Over the same period, Robert Bosch's waste recovery rate declined by 1.99%, and then remained stable in 2023, possibly indicating that earlier setbacks have leveled off without signs of active improvement. a
Overall, Robert Bosch’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.
Robert Bosch’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Robert Bosch’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Robert Bosch generated a total of 666,000 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 11.47% of Robert Bosch'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. 88.53% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a
Robert Bosch’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Robert Bosch reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Robert Bosch's total waste generation decreased by 3.41%, with an additional 1.81% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source. a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Robert Bosch's total output increased by 12.83%, including a further 2.65% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks. a
Overall, Robert Bosch'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. a
How does Robert Bosch treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Robert Bosch reported that 76,400 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 11.47% of its overall waste generation. a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority ( 68.32%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Robert Bosch has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams. a