In 2022, Tyson Foods 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 treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 1,360,300a | 1,336,700a | 2,940,200a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 1,063,700a | 1,137,200a | 2,358,200a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2022, Tyson Foods generated a total of 1,360,300metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 78.2% of Tyson Foods's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 21.51% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2022, Tyson Foods reported a total waste generation of 1,360,300 metric tonnes, of which 78.2% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Tyson Foods has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2019, Tyson Foods's total waste generation increased by 23.76%, including a 1.77%increase in 2022, 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, Tyson Foods's waste recovery rate declined by 7.88%, with a further 8.09% drop in 2022, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.a
Overall, Tyson Foods is generating more waste while simultaneously backsliding on recovery efforts, both in the short and long term. This dual negative trend raises concerns about the company’s waste management priorities and its alignment with sustainability goals.