Vale Indonesia Tbk PT
Vale Indonesia Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Vale Indonesia 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 Vale Indonesia's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Vale Indonesia generated a total of 38,930,131 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 100% of Vale Indonesia's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Vale Indonesia's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Vale Indonesia's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Vale Indonesia reported a total waste generation of 38,930,131 metric tonnes, of which 100% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Vale Indonesia has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Vale Indonesia reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Vale Indonesia's total waste generation decreased by 7.43%, yet rose by 9.55% in 2023, potentially indicating a temporary operational shift or inconsistency in waste management outcomes.
Over the same period, Vale Indonesia's waste recovery rate remained stable both in the long term and in 2023, suggesting limited progress, or consistent recovery performance, without major shifts in strategy.
Overall, Vale Indonesia’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.
Vale Indonesia’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Vale Indonesia’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Vale Indonesia generated a total of 38,930,131 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.01% of Vale Indonesia'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. 99.99% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Vale Indonesia’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Vale Indonesia reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Vale Indonesia's total waste generation fell by 7.43%, but rose by 9.55% in 2023 , potentially reflecting a temporary surge in activity or inconsistency in waste control strategies.
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste increased by 37.44%, while holding steady in 2023, pointing to potential stagnation in efforts to reduce harmful waste types after a period of worsening performance.
Overall, Vale Indonesia'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 Vale Indonesia treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Vale Indonesia reported that 2,041 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.01% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (53.63%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Vale Indonesia has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.