Woodside Energy Group Ltd

Common Name
Woodside Energy Group
Country
Australia
Sector
Energy
Industry
Oil & Gas E&P
Employees
4,718
Ticker
WDS
Exchange
ASX
Description
Woodside Energy Group Ltd. is a leading Australian oil and gas company focused on hydrocarbon exploration, development, production, and marketing. Its primary function is to deliver sustainable energy...

Woodside Energy Group Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Woodside 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.

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Total Waste Generated
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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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Insights into Woodside Energy Group's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Woodside Energy Group generated a total of 13,558 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 31.11% of Woodside Energy Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 67.67% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 1.22% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

Woodside Energy Group's Waste Recovery Rate

31%

How much of Woodside Energy Group's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Woodside Energy Group reported a total waste generation of 13,558 metric tonnes, of which 31.11% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Woodside Energy Group is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

Has Woodside Energy Group reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2019, Woodside Energy Group's total waste generation increased by 33.16%, but declined by 12.04% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.

Over the same period, Woodside Energy Group's waste recovery rate increased by 14.48%, including a 67.61% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.

Overall, while Woodside Energy Group has increased waste over the long term, recent reductions in waste generation and strong improvements in recovery indicate a strategic pivot toward better waste management and more sustainable practices.

Woodside Energy Group’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

2019202020212022202304 k8 k12 k16 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Woodside Energy Group’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Woodside Energy Group generated a total of 13,558 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 75.34% of Woodside 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. 24.66% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Woodside Energy Group’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

2019202020212022202304 k8 k12 k16 ktonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Woodside Energy Group reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2019, Woodside Energy Group's total waste generation increased by 33.16%, including a 12.04% 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.

Over the same period, Woodside Energy Group maintained relatively stable levels of hazardous waste in the long run, but saw a 1.06% drop in 2023, potentially signaling the beginning of a positive downward trend.

Overall, Woodside Energy Group'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.

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