Woolworths Group Ltd
Woolworths Group's Waste Data Preview
In 2024, Woolworths 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 treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 | 0000000 |
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Insights into Woolworths Group's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2024, Woolworths Group generated a total of 429,918metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 81.14% of Woolworths Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 18.86% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
Woolworths Group's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Woolworths Group's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2024, Woolworths Group reported a total waste generation of 429,918 metric tonnes, of which 81.14% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Woolworths Group has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Has Woolworths Group reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2024, Woolworths Group's total waste generation has decreased by 5.48%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.a
Over the same period, Woolworths Group's waste recovery rate increased by 1.99%.a
Woolworths Group’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered