Suominen Oyj

Common Name
Suominen
Country
Finland
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Household & Personal Products
Employees
722
Ticker
SUY1V
Exchange
NASDAQ HELSINKI LTD
Description
Suominen Oyj is a prominent manufacturer and supplier in the nonwoven fabrics industry. Aimed primarily at crafting high-quality materials for wipes, medical applications, and hygiene products, Suomin...

Suominen Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Suominen 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 Hazardous Waste Generated
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Insights into Suominen's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Suominen generated a total of 10,039 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 49.33% of Suominen's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 50.6% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Suominen's Waste Recovery Rate

49%

How much of Suominen's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Suominen reported a total waste generation of 10,039 metric tonnes, of which 49.33% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Suominen is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

Has Suominen reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2021, Suominen's total waste generation increased by 7.56%, but declined by 8.03% 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, Suominen's waste recovery rate increased by 3.57%, but declined by 5.18% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.

Overall, Suominen’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.

Suominen’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Suominen’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Suominen generated a total of 10,039 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 0.07% of Suominen'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. 99.93% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Suominen’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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

How Suominen reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2021, Suominen's total waste generation increased by 7.56%, including a 8.03% 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, Suominen reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 67.46%, with a further 23.88% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.

Overall, Suominen has increased waste over time but is now demonstrating meaningful progress in both reducing waste generation and lowering its hazardous content, potentially signaling a turning point toward sustainability.

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