Universal Music Group NV
Universal Music Group Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Universal Music 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.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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Insights into Universal Music Group's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Universal Music Group generated a total of 1,908 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 46.38% of Universal Music Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 53.62% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Universal Music Group's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Universal Music Group's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Universal Music Group reported a total waste generation of 1,908 metric tonnes, of which 46.38% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Universal Music Group is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Universal Music Group reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2023, Universal Music Group's total waste generation has increased by 8.84%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.
Over the same period, Universal Music Group's waste recovery rate decreased by 3.09%.
Universal Music Group’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Universal Music Group’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Universal Music Group generated a total of 1,908 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 1.42% of Universal Music 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. 98.58% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Universal Music Group’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Universal Music Group reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2023, Universal Music Group's total waste generation has increased by 8.84%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.
Since 2023, Universal Music Group's hazardous waste generation has increased by 8.12%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..
Overall, Universal Music 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 Universal Music Group treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Universal Music Group reported that 27 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 1.42% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (81.48%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Universal Music Group has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.