In 2025, Sappi 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 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 1,782,388a | 1,810,207a | 1,876,174a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 1,471,627a | 1,475,170a | 1,474,459a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 779a | 1,028a | 794a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 310,232a | 334,191a | 400,970a |
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In 2025, Sappi generated a total of 1,782,388metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 82.56% of Sappi's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 17.44% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Sappi reported a total waste generation of 1,782,388 metric tonnes, of which 82.56% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Sappi has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, Sappi's total waste generation decreased by 13.01%, including a further 1.54% drop in 2025, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Sappi's waste recovery rate increased by 1.37%, including a 1.32% rise in 2025, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, Sappi has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.
In 2025, Sappi generated a total of 1,782,388 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.04% of Sappi'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.99.96% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Sappi's total waste generation decreased by 13.01%, with an additional 1.54% decline in 2025, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, Sappi reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 51.57%, with a further 23.04% decline in 2025, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Sappi has made consistent and substantial progress in reducing both the quantity and the danger of its waste, highlighting a strong, well-executed waste strategy focused on minimizing environmental impact.a
In 2025, Sappi reported that 779 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.04% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 32.09% 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