Vodafone Group PLC
Vodafone Group Waste Data Preview
In 2024, Vodafone 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 Vodafone Group's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2024, Vodafone Group generated a total of 7,513,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 64.66% of Vodafone Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 2.21% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 33.13% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Vodafone Group's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Vodafone Group's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2024, Vodafone Group reported a total waste generation of 7,513,000 metric tonnes, of which 64.66% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Vodafone Group is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Vodafone Group reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, Vodafone Group's total waste generation increased by 58.37%, but declined by 24.07% in the year 2024, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.
Over the same period, Vodafone Group's waste recovery rate declined by 34.64%, yet improved by 2.39% in 2024, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.
Overall, Vodafone Group’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.
Vodafone Group’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Vodafone Group’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2024, Vodafone Group generated a total of 7,513,000 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 33.13% of Vodafone 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. 66.87% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Vodafone Group’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Vodafone Group reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2020, Vodafone Group's total waste generation increased by 58.37%, including a 24.07% rise in 2024, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.
Since 2024, Vodafone Group's hazardous waste generation has decreased by 4.06%, suggesting a recent shift toward safer materials, improved waste handling protocols, or stronger compliance with environmental standards.
Overall, Vodafone Group has reduced both its total waste and hazardous waste in the last year, suggesting effective waste management practices and improved material sourcing.