In 2025, Smith & Nephew 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 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 | 10,635a | 13,339a | 11,729a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 7,034a | 9,036a | 5,787a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, Smith & Nephew generated a total of 10,635metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 66.14% of Smith & Nephew's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 33.86% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Smith & Nephew reported a total waste generation of 10,635 metric tonnes, of which 66.14% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Smith & Nephew is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2019, Smith & Nephew's total waste generation decreased by 10.15%, including a further 20.27% drop in 2025, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Smith & Nephew's waste recovery rate increased by 21.14%, but declined by 2.36% in 2025, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.a
Overall, Smith & Nephew’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.