Suncor Energy Inc
Suncor Energy Waste Data Preview
In 2022, Suncor Energy 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 |
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Insights into Suncor Energy's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2022, Suncor Energy generated a total of 3,061,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 3.26% of Suncor Energy's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 96.74% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Suncor Energy's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Suncor Energy's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2022, Suncor Energy reported a total waste generation of 3,061,000 metric tonnes, of which 3.26% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Suncor Energy may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Has Suncor Energy reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2018, Suncor Energy's total waste generation increased by 16.08%, but remained relatively stable in 2022, suggesting that past growth in waste production may have recently plateaued.
Over the same period, Suncor Energy's waste recovery rate declined by 41.99%, with a further 21.39% drop in 2022, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.
Overall, Suncor Energy continues to produce more waste than in earlier years, while falling short on recovery. Recent stagnation in waste output offers little relief if recovery performance continues to weaken.
Suncor Energy’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Suncor Energy’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2022, Suncor Energy generated a total of 3,061,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 36.36% of Suncor Energy'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. 63.64% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Suncor Energy’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Suncor Energy reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2018, Suncor Energy's total waste generation increased by 16.08%, including a 0.99% rise in 2022, 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 2.66%, yet rose by 5.97% in 2022, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.
Overall, Suncor Energy'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.