In 2024, Xero 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 | 2021-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 117.158a | 160.65a | 178.078a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 61.732a | 95.778a | 84.645a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2024, Xero generated a total of 117metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 52.69% of Xero's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 47.31% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, Xero reported a total waste generation of 117 metric tonnes, of which 52.69% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Xero is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2022, Xero's total waste generation decreased by 34.21%, including a further 27.07% drop in 2024, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Xero's waste recovery rate increased by 10.85%, but declined by 11.62% in 2024, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.a
Overall, Xero’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.