Thai Union Group PCL
Thai Union Group Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Thai Union Group 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 Thai Union Group's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Thai Union Group generated a total of 64,551 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 59.35% of Thai Union Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 40.33% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Thai Union Group's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Thai Union Group's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Thai Union Group reported a total waste generation of 64,551 metric tonnes, of which 59.35% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Thai Union Group is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Thai Union Group reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, Thai Union Group's total waste generation increased by 8.28%, but declined by 5.24% 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, Thai Union Group's waste recovery rate increased by 3.32%, but declined by 7.3% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.
Overall, Thai Union Group’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.
Thai Union Group’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Thai Union Group’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Thai Union Group generated a total of 64,551 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 1.64% of Thai Union Group'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. 98.36% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Thai Union Group’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Thai Union Group reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2020, Thai Union Group's total waste generation increased by 8.28%, including a 5.24% 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, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 14.6%, yet rose by 23.39% in 2023, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.
Overall, Thai Union Group'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 Thai Union Group treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Thai Union Group reported that 1,057 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 1.64% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 48.72% 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.