Westlake Corp

Common Name
Westlake
Country
United States
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Specialty Chemicals
Employees
15,540
Ticker
WLK
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
Westlake Corporation is a renowned manufacturer in the chemicals and materials sector, specifically focusing on producing vinyls, polymers, and building products. The primary function of Westlake Corp...

Westlake's Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Westlake 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.

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Total Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Verified Sources Behind Westlake’s Waste Management Data

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a. Westlake's Sustainability Report 2023
a. Westlake's Sustainability Report 2023

Insights into Westlake’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Westlake generated a total of 766,276 metric tonnes of waste. a

Of this amount, 6.35% of Westlake'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. 93.65% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a

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