In 2025, 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) | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 53,100a | 60,300a |
Total Waste Recovered | 44,900a | 47,900a |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 8,700a | 10,500a |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 3,400a | 7,200a |
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In 2025, Sandoz Group generated a total of 53,100metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 84.56% of Sandoz Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 15.44% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Sandoz Group reported a total waste generation of 53,100 metric tonnes, of which 84.56% 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.a
Since 2025, Sandoz Group's total waste generation has decreased by 11.94%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.a
Over the same period, Sandoz Group's waste recovery rate increased by 6.45%.a
In 2025, Sandoz Group generated a total of 53,100 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 16.38% 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.83.43% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2025, Sandoz Group's total waste generation has decreased by 11.94%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.a
Since 2025, Sandoz Group's hazardous waste generation has decreased by 5.91%, suggesting a recent shift toward safer materials, improved waste handling protocols, or stronger compliance with environmental standards.a
Overall, Sandoz Group has reduced both its total waste and hazardous waste in the last year, suggesting effective waste management practices and improved material sourcing.a
In 2025, Sandoz Group reported that 8,700 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 16.38% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 44.83% 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.a