Woolworths Holdings Ltd
Woolworths Holdings's Waste Data Preview
In 2024, Woolworths Holdings 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 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Woolworths Holdings's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2024, Woolworths Holdings generated a total of 9,982 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 92.25% of Woolworths Holdings's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 7.75% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a
Woolworths Holdings's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Woolworths Holdings's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2024, Woolworths Holdings reported a total waste generation of 9,982 metric tonnes, of which 92.25% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Woolworths Holdings has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management. a
Has Woolworths Holdings reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2022, Woolworths Holdings's total waste generation increased by 10.76%, including a 17.52% increase in 2024, 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, Woolworths Holdings's waste recovery rate increased by 5.48%, but declined by 3.36% in 2024, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management. a
Overall, Woolworths Holdings’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.
Woolworths Holdings’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered