Societe BIC SA

Common Name
Societe BIC
Country
France
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Household & Personal Products
Employees
10,192
Ticker
BB
Exchange
EURONEXT
Description
Societe Bic S.A. is a global corporation renowned for its consumer goods, primarily focusing on manufacturing and distributing stationery, lighters, and shavers. Established in 1945, the company has b...

Societe BIC Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Societe BIC 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 Generated
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Total Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into Societe BIC's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Societe BIC generated a total of 19,790 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 65.6% of Societe BIC's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 34.4% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Societe BIC's Waste Recovery Rate

66%

How much of Societe BIC's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Societe BIC reported a total waste generation of 19,790 metric tonnes, of which 65.6% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Societe BIC is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

Has Societe BIC reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2021, Societe BIC's total waste generation increased by 1.55%, but declined by 4.46% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.

Over the same period, Societe BIC's waste recovery rate remained stable both in the long term and in 2023, suggesting limited progress, or consistent recovery performance, without major shifts in strategy.

Overall, Societe BIC’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.

Societe BIC’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Societe BIC’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Societe BIC generated a total of 19,790 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 14.69% of Societe BIC'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. 85.31% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Societe BIC’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Societe BIC reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2021, Societe BIC's total waste generation increased by 1.55%, including a 4.46% rise in 2023, 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, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 2.57%, yet rose by 7.43% in 2023, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.

Overall, Societe BIC'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.

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