Tenneco LLC
Tenneco's Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Tenneco 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 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
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Insights into Tenneco's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Tenneco generated a total of 186,271metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 78.56% of Tenneco's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 21.44% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
Tenneco's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Tenneco's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Tenneco reported a total waste generation of 186,271 metric tonnes, of which 78.56% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Tenneco has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Has Tenneco reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Tenneco's total waste generation increased by 16.47%, including a 5.14%increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.a
Over the same period, Tenneco's waste recovery rate remained relatively flat, but increased by 1.15% in 2023, hinting at early momentum toward stronger circularity practices or more robust waste treatment reporting.a
Overall, Tenneco’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.
Tenneco’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Tenneco’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Tenneco generated a total of 186,271 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 15.17% of Tenneco'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.84.83% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Tenneco’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Tenneco reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Tenneco's total waste generation increased by 16.47%, including a 5.14% 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.a
Over the same period, Tenneco reduced the share of hazardous waste by 26.97%, then maintained stable levels in 2023, potentially marking the consolidation of earlier progress in eliminating high-risk materials from its waste stream.a
Overall, Tenneco's growing waste output continues to pressure the environment, though past reductions in hazardousness have held steady, suggesting a neutralizing effect that should be actively monitored.a
How does Tenneco treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Tenneco reported that 28,262 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 15.17% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 34.01% 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.a