In 2025, Valmont Industries 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 | 150,700a | 362,600a | 169,900a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 119,500a | 302,800a | 135,700a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 23,300a | 56,100a | 25,400a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 16,200a | 15,300a | 20,200a |
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In 2025, Valmont Industries generated a total of 150,700metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 79.3% of Valmont Industries's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 20.7% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Valmont Industries reported a total waste generation of 150,700 metric tonnes, of which 79.3% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Valmont Industries has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2023, Valmont Industries's total waste generation decreased by 11.3%, including a further 58.44% drop in 2025, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Valmont Industries's waste recovery rate remained relatively flat, but declined by 5.04% in 2025, potentially pointing to emerging inefficiencies or short-term disruptions in recovery efforts.a
Overall, Valmont Industries’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, Valmont Industries generated a total of 150,700 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 15.46% of Valmont Industries'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.84.54% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, Valmont Industries's total waste generation decreased by 11.3%, with an additional 58.44% decline in 2025, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste increased by 3.42%, while holding steady in 2025, pointing to potential stagnation in efforts to reduce harmful waste types after a period of worsening performance.a
Overall, Valmont Industries'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
In 2025, Valmont Industries reported that 23,300 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 15.46% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.Approximately 49.36% 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