Univar Solutions LLC
Univar Solutions Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Univar Solutions 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Univar Solutions's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Univar Solutions generated a total of 33,362 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 16.84% of Univar Solutions's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 83.16% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a
Univar Solutions's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Univar Solutions's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Univar Solutions reported a total waste generation of 33,362 metric tonnes, of which 16.84% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Univar Solutions may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives. a
Has Univar Solutions reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2018, Univar Solutions's total waste generation decreased by 12.17%, including a further 7.38% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time. a
Over the same period, Univar Solutions's waste recovery rate remained relatively flat, but increased by 17.01% in 2023, hinting at early momentum toward stronger circularity practices or more robust waste treatment reporting. a
Overall, Univar Solutions’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.
Univar Solutions’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Univar Solutions’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Univar Solutions generated a total of 33,362 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 25.91% of Univar Solutions'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. 74.09% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a
Univar Solutions’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Univar Solutions reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2018, Univar Solutions's total waste generation decreased by 12.17%, with an additional 7.38% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source. a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 9.31%, yet rose by 20.72% in 2023, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term. a
Overall, Univar Solutions'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. a
How does Univar Solutions treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Univar Solutions reported that 8,644 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 25.91% of its overall waste generation. a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 17.61% 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. a