In 2025, United Breweries 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) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 286,111.45a | 281,024.82a | 249,532.27b | |
Total Waste Recovered | 262,979.96a | 254,713.37a | 237,541b | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 624.02a | 11,534.34a | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, United Breweries generated a total of 286,111metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 91.92% of United Breweries's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 8.08% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, United Breweries reported a total waste generation of 286,111 metric tonnes, of which 91.92% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that United Breweries has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2022, United Breweries's total waste generation increased by 72.09%, including a 1.81%increase in 2025, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.ab
Over the same period, United Breweries's waste recovery rate declined by 2.49%, yet improved by 1.41% in 2025, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.ab
Overall, United Breweries’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.
In 2025, United Breweries generated a total of 286,111 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.22% of United Breweries'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.99.77% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2022, United Breweries's total waste generation increased by 72.09%, including a 1.81% rise in 2025, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.ab
Since 2025, United Breweries's hazardous waste generation has increased by 94.69%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..ab
Overall, United Breweries'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.ab