In 2024, Terveystalo 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) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 268.3a | 279.9a | 272a | |
Total Waste Recovered | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 5.4a | 6.1a | 4.8a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2024, Terveystalo generated a total of 268 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 2.01% of Terveystalo'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.66.08% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.The remaining 31.9% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
Since 2022, Terveystalo's total waste generation decreased by 1.36%, with an additional 4.14% decline in 2024, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, Terveystalo saw a long-term increase of 14.05% in hazardous waste share, but a 7.65% reduction in 2024, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.a
Overall, while Terveystalo is generating less waste and has made recent gains in reducing hazardousness, the long-term increase in harmful materials still casts doubt on the sustainability of its waste stream.a