WEC Energy Group Inc
WEC Energy Group Waste Data Preview
In 2023, WEC Energy 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 WEC Energy Group's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, WEC Energy Group generated a total of 17,020 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 55.17% of WEC Energy Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 44.83% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
WEC Energy Group's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of WEC Energy Group's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, WEC Energy Group reported a total waste generation of 17,020 metric tonnes, of which 55.17% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that WEC Energy Group is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has WEC Energy Group reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, WEC Energy Group's total waste generation decreased by 25.24%, including a further 11.77% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, WEC Energy Group's waste recovery rate increased by 12.13%, while holding steady in 2023, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.
Overall, WEC Energy 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.
WEC Energy Group’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into WEC Energy Group’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, WEC Energy Group generated a total of 17,020 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.17% of WEC Energy 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. 99.83% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
WEC Energy Group’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How WEC Energy Group reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, WEC Energy Group's total waste generation decreased by 25.24%, with an additional 11.77% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.
Over the same period, WEC Energy Group reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 23.94%, with a further 86.01% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, WEC Energy Group has made consistent and substantial progress in reducing both the quantity and the danger of its waste, highlighting a strong, well-executed waste strategy focused on minimizing environmental impact.
How does WEC Energy Group treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, WEC Energy Group reported that 29 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 0.17% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 41.38% 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.