Tecnoglass Inc

Common Name
Tecnoglass
Country
Colombia
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Building Materials
Employees
9,837
Ticker
TGLS
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
Tecnoglass Inc. is a leading manufacturer of architectural glass, windows, and associated aluminum products. Its primary function is to design, fabricate, distribute, and install a variety of glass pr...

Tecnoglass Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Tecnoglass 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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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into Tecnoglass's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Tecnoglass generated a total of 15,287 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 10.65% of Tecnoglass's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 43.63% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 45.73% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

Tecnoglass's Waste Recovery Rate

11%

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

In 2023, Tecnoglass reported a total waste generation of 15,287 metric tonnes, of which 10.65% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Tecnoglass may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.

Has Tecnoglass reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2023, Tecnoglass's total waste generation has increased by 52.02%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.

Tecnoglass’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

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

In 2023, Tecnoglass generated a total of 15,287 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 36.7% of Tecnoglass'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. 63.3% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Tecnoglass’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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

How Tecnoglass reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2023, Tecnoglass's total waste generation has increased by 52.02%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.

Since 2023, Tecnoglass's hazardous waste generation has increased by 26.17%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..

Overall, Tecnoglass'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.

How does Tecnoglass treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Tecnoglass reported that 5,611 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 36.7% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 14.12% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.

Breakdown of Tecnoglass's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Hazardous WasteDisposed(36.7%)Hazardous WasteRecovered(9.6%)Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(43.6%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(10.1%)
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