Sandvik AB

Common Name
Sandvik
Country
Sweden
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Specialty Industrial Machinery
Employees
41,400
Ticker
SAND
Exchange
NASDAQ STOCKHOLM AB
Description
Sandvik AB is a global engineering and manufacturing company specializing in advanced products and solutions for the mining, infrastructure, and metal-cutting industries. Established in 1862, Sandvik ...

Sandvik Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Sandvik 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.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Insights into Sandvik's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Sandvik generated a total of 335,781 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 14.93% of Sandvik's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 85.07% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Sandvik's Waste Recovery Rate

15%

How much of Sandvik's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Sandvik reported a total waste generation of 335,781 metric tonnes, of which 14.93% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Sandvik may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.

Has Sandvik reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2023, Sandvik's total waste generation has decreased by 21.23%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.

Over the same period, Sandvik's waste recovery rate increased by 33.58%.

Sandvik’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

202220230150 k300 k450 k600 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Sandvik’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Sandvik generated a total of 335,781 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 6.12% of Sandvik'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. 93.88% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Sandvik’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

202220230150 k300 k450 k600 ktonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Sandvik reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2023, Sandvik's total waste generation has decreased by 21.23%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.

Overall, Sandvik'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.

How does Sandvik treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Sandvik reported that 20,552 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 6.12% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 33.57% 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.

Breakdown of Sandvik's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Hazardous WasteDisposed(4.1%)Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(81.0%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(12.9%)
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