Siemens AG
Siemens AG Waste Data Preview
In 2024, Siemens AG 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 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 Siemens AG's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2024, Siemens AG generated a total of 345,500 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 92.24% of Siemens AG's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 7.73% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Siemens AG's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Siemens AG's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2024, Siemens AG reported a total waste generation of 345,500 metric tonnes, of which 92.24% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Siemens AG has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Siemens AG reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2022, Siemens AG's total waste generation increased by 34.83%, including a 32.27% increase in 2024, 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, Siemens AG's waste recovery rate declined by 1.35%, yet improved by 1.11% in 2024, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.
Overall, Siemens AG’s waste generation and recovery data show a mixed and inconsistent trend. A deeper analysis of the company's activities, industry benchmarks, and operational changes is needed to assess its sustainability performance more precisely.
Siemens AG’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Siemens AG’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2024, Siemens AG generated a total of 345,500 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 3.7% of Siemens AG'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. 60.23% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 36.06% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Siemens AG’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Siemens AG reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2022, Siemens AG's total waste generation increased by 34.83%, including a 32.27% rise in 2024, 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, Siemens AG reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 30.71%, with a further 23.8% decline in 2024, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, Siemens AG is generating more waste but has significantly reduced the share of hazardous materials, suggesting a partial decoupling of volume and toxicity that could reflect more responsible inputs or enhanced treatment.
How does Siemens AG treat its hazardous waste?
In 2024, Siemens AG reported that 12,800 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 3.7% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (60.94%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Siemens AG has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.