In 2025, RPM International 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 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 | 82,236.032a | 78,328.893a | 77,584.335a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 15,539.946a | 14,811.149a | 14,360.754a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, RPM International generated a total of 82,236metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 18.9% of RPM International's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 81.1% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, RPM International reported a total waste generation of 82,236 metric tonnes, of which 18.9% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that RPM International may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2022, RPM International's total waste generation remained relatively flat, but increased by 4.99% in 2025, potentially signaling a short-term operational expansion or reduced focus on waste prevention.a
Over the same period, RPM International's waste recovery rate increased by 26.94%, while holding steady in 2025, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.a
Overall, RPM International’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.