In 2021 CRH generated 2.1 Mn t of waste, with a 86% recycling rate

CRH

Operational Waste Production

12: Responsible Consumption and Production12: Responsible Consumption and Production
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2020-11-20 - Impact Analyst Rams R. Jan 18th, 2023
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Each year, the world generates around 2 billion (Bn) tonnes (t) of waste, estimated to increase to 3.4 Bn t by 20501. Out of the total waste produced globally, 37% is sent to landfills, 19% is recycled, and 11% is incinerated1. Poor waste manageme...

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CRH

Operational Waste Production

12: Responsible Consumption and Production12: Responsible Consumption and Production
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2020-11-20 - Impact Analyst Rams R. Jan 18th, 2023
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