In 2023, Walmart 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 | 999,300a | 819,100a | 770,700a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 411,000a | 367,800a | 391,000a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 588,300a | 451,300a | 379,700a |
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In 2023, Walmart generated a total of 999,300metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 41.13% of Walmart's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 58.87% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Walmart reported a total waste generation of 999,300 metric tonnes, of which 41.13% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Walmart is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2021, Walmart's total waste generation increased by 29.66%, including a 22%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, Walmart's waste recovery rate declined by 18.93%, with a further 8.41% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.a
Overall, Walmart 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.