Smith & Nephew PLC
Smith & Nephew Waste Data Preview
In 2023, 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 type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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 Smith & Nephew's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Smith & Nephew generated a total of 11,729 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 83.66% of Smith & Nephew's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 12.03% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 4.31% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Smith & Nephew's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Smith & Nephew's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Smith & Nephew reported a total waste generation of 11,729 metric tonnes, of which 83.66% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Smith & Nephew has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Smith & Nephew reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, Smith & Nephew's total waste generation remained relatively flat, but fell by 5.33% in 2023 , which may reflect the beginning of a downward trend in material intensity or waste generation.
Over the same period, Smith & Nephew's waste recovery rate increased by 10.22%, while holding steady in 2023, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.
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.
Smith & Nephew’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Smith & Nephew’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Smith & Nephew generated a total of 11,729 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 4.31% of Smith & Nephew'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. 7.72% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 87.97% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Smith & Nephew’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Smith & Nephew reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, Smith & Nephew's total waste generation remained largely unchanged, but decreased by 5.33% in 2023 , which could signal the early stages of a reduction strategy.
Over the same period, Smith & Nephew reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 40.41%, with a further 10.17% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, Smith & Nephew'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.