In 2025, West Fraser Timber 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) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 9,150,000a | 8,191,000a | 6,716,000a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 8,897,000a | 8,075,000a | 6,539,000a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 3,000a | 12,000a | 20,000a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 250,000a | 104,000a | 157,000a |
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In 2025, West Fraser Timber generated a total of 9,150,000metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 97.23% of West Fraser Timber's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 2.77% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, West Fraser Timber reported a total waste generation of 9,150,000 metric tonnes, of which 97.23% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that West Fraser Timber has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2023, West Fraser Timber's total waste generation increased by 36.24%, including a 11.71%increase in 2025, 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, West Fraser Timber's waste recovery rate remained relatively flat, but declined by 1.37% in 2025, potentially pointing to emerging inefficiencies or short-term disruptions in recovery efforts.a
Overall, West Fraser Timber’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.
In 2025, West Fraser Timber generated a total of 9,150,000 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 0.03% of West Fraser Timber'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.99.97% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2023, West Fraser Timber's total waste generation increased by 36.24%, including a 11.71% rise in 2025, 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, West Fraser Timber reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 88.99%, with a further 77.62% decline in 2025, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, West Fraser Timber is generating more waste but has significantly reduced the share of hazardous materials, suggesting a partial decoupling of volume and toxicity that could reflect more responsible inputs or enhanced treatment.a