In 2024, Union Pacific 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 | 1,201,690a | 1,388,763a | 1,085,363a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 929,370a | 938,610a | 663,220a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 1,118a | 7,207a | 8,682a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 271,202a | 442,946a | 413,461a |
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In 2024, Union Pacific generated a total of 1,201,690metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 77.34% of Union Pacific's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 22.66% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, Union Pacific reported a total waste generation of 1,201,690 metric tonnes, of which 77.34% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Union Pacific has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2019, Union Pacific's total waste generation decreased by 16.16%, including a further 13.47% drop in 2024, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Union Pacific's waste recovery rate increased by 13.44%, including a 14.43% rise in 2024, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, Union Pacific has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.
In 2024, Union Pacific generated a total of 1,201,690 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.09% of Union Pacific'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.99.91% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2019, Union Pacific's total waste generation decreased by 16.16%, with an additional 13.47% decline in 2024, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, Union Pacific reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 67.63%, with a further 82.07% decline in 2024, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Union Pacific has made consistent and substantial progress in reducing both the quantity and the danger of its waste, highlighting a strong, well-executed waste strategy focused on minimizing environmental impact.a