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Smith & Nephew PLC
Smith & Nephew's 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Smith & Nephew's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Smith & Nephew generated a total of 11,729metric tonnes of waste.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.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.
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a