In FY23, South32 produced 18.9 Mn t of waste and sustainably managed 13%

South32

Operational Waste Production

12: Responsible Consumption and Production12: Responsible Consumption and Production
Written by
2022-03-25 - Impact Analyst Alex O. Feb 28th, 2024
Reviewed by
2020-08-03 - Impact Analyst Luca L.

As of 2017 (latest data available), the world generated around 20 billion (Bn) tonnes (t) of waste, estimated to increase and reach 46 Bn t by 20501. Industrial hazardous waste is noxious for the environment3. Poor waste management causes air, soi...

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South32

Operational Waste Production

12: Responsible Consumption and Production12: Responsible Consumption and Production
Written by
2022-03-25 - Impact Analyst Alex O. Feb 28th, 2024
Reviewed by
2020-08-03 - Impact Analyst Luca L.

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