Sandoz Group AG
Sandoz Group Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Sandoz Group 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 Sandoz Group's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Sandoz Group generated a total of 59,650 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 80.97% of Sandoz Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 19.03% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Sandoz Group's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Sandoz Group's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Sandoz Group reported a total waste generation of 59,650 metric tonnes, of which 80.97% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Sandoz Group has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Sandoz Group reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Sandoz Group's total waste generation increased by 8.14%, including a 7.94% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.
Over the same period, Sandoz Group's waste recovery rate declined by 2.22%, with a further 1.79% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.
Overall, Sandoz Group is generating more waste while simultaneously backsliding on recovery efforts, both in the short and long term. This dual negative trend raises concerns about the company’s waste management priorities and its alignment with sustainability goals.
Sandoz Group’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Sandoz Group’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Sandoz Group generated a total of 59,650 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 17.95% of Sandoz Group'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. 82.05% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Sandoz Group’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Sandoz Group reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Sandoz Group's total waste generation increased by 8.14%, including a 7.94% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Sandoz Group's total output increased by 1.06%, including a further 11.98% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.
Overall, Sandoz Group has seen a continuous rise in both total waste and hazardous waste over time, signaling a worsening environmental impact that may require urgent reassessment of material sourcing, production processes, or waste mitigation strategies.
How does Sandoz Group treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Sandoz Group reported that 10,710 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 17.95% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 45% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.