In 2025, Shell 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 | 3,239,000a | 3,452,000a |
Total Waste Recovered | 547,000a | 945,000a |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 822,000a | 1,104,000a |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 2,078,000a | 1,811,000a |
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In 2025, Shell generated a total of 3,239,000metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 16.89% of Shell's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 83.14% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Shell reported a total waste generation of 3,239,000 metric tonnes, of which 16.89% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Shell may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2025, Shell's total waste generation has decreased by 6.17%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.a
Over the same period, Shell's waste recovery rate decreased by 38.31%.a
In 2025, Shell generated a total of 3,239,000 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 25.38% of Shell'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.74.65% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2025, Shell's total waste generation has decreased by 6.17%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.a
Since 2025, Shell's hazardous waste generation has decreased by 20.65%, suggesting a recent shift toward safer materials, improved waste handling protocols, or stronger compliance with environmental standards.a
Overall, Shell 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, Shell reported that 822,000 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 25.38% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 25.18% 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