In 2023, Volvo Car 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 316,471a | 270,208a | 296,047a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 281,659.19a | 251,293.44a | 278,284.18a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 12,793a | 11,090a | 10,928a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2023, Volvo Car generated a total of 316,471metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 89% of Volvo Car's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 11% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Volvo Car reported a total waste generation of 316,471 metric tonnes, of which 89% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Volvo Car has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, Volvo Car's total waste generation increased by 6.9%, including a 17.12%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.a
Over the same period, Volvo Car's waste recovery rate declined by 5.32%, with a further 4.3% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.a
Overall, Volvo Car is generating more waste while simultaneously backsliding on recovery efforts, both in the short and long term. This dual negative trend raises concerns about the company’s waste management priorities and its alignment with sustainability goals.
In 2023, Volvo Car generated a total of 316,471 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 4.04% of Volvo Car'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.95.96% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Volvo Car's total waste generation increased by 6.9%, including a 17.12% 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.a
Over the same period, Volvo Car saw a long-term increase of 9.51% in hazardous waste share, but a 1.51% reduction in 2023, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.a
Overall, Volvo Car'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