Valterra Platinum Ltd

Common Name
Valterra Platinum
Country
South Africa
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Other Precious Metals & Mining
Employees
N/A
Ticker
VAL
Exchange
JOHANNESBURG STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Valterra Platinum Limited engages in the production and supply of platinum group metals, base metals, and precious metals in South Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, and internationally. The company...

Valterra Platinum Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Valterra Platinum 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.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Insights into Valterra Platinum's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Valterra Platinum generated a total of 2,102,984,789 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 0% of Valterra Platinum's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 100% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

Valterra Platinum's Waste Recovery Rate

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How much of Valterra Platinum's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Valterra Platinum reported a total waste generation of 2,102,984,789 metric tonnes, of which 0% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Valterra Platinum may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.

Has Valterra Platinum reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2019, Valterra Platinum's total waste generation increased by 20.54%, including a 4.16% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.

Over the same period, Valterra Platinum's waste recovery rate increased by 3.87%.

Valterra Platinum’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

2019202020212022202308.5 k17 k25.5 k34 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Valterra Platinum’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Valterra Platinum generated a total of 2,102,984,789 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 0% of Valterra Platinum'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. 0% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 100% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

Valterra Platinum’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

2019202020212022202308.5 k17 k25.5 k34 ktonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Valterra Platinum reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2019, Valterra Platinum's total waste generation increased by 20.54%, including a 4.16% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.

Over the same period, Valterra Platinum saw a long-term increase of 303.95% in hazardous waste share, but a 14.65% reduction in 2023, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.

Overall, Valterra Platinum'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 Valterra Platinum treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Valterra Platinum reported that 13,153 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (88.63%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Valterra Platinum has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.

Breakdown of Valterra Platinum's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Hazardous WasteDisposed(4.6%)Hazardous WasteRecovered(35.5%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(57.1%)
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