Introduction
Get introduced to Tracenable’s Waste Dataset, including its scope, key characteristics, and unique value, and get redirected to detailed pages to deepen your knowledge.
Overview
The Waste Dataset captures how companies worldwide manage and report waste, covering more than 4,000 global firms across diverse industries. It provides detailed disclosures on hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams, disposal methods, and recovery rates, offering both absolute and intensity-based measures. By applying rigorous standardization to waste categories and treatment practices, the dataset transforms fragmented corporate disclosures into comparable, decision-ready information. This enables robust cross-company benchmarking, sectoral analysis, and long-term tracking of corporate performance against regulatory requirements and circular economy objectives.
Data Characteristics
Company Coverage
4000
Geographical Coverage
Global
Sectoral Coverage
All Sectors
Data Historical Range
From 2021 to 2024
Median Data History
2 years
Data Traceability Rate
100%
Data Frequency
Annual
Average Reporting Lag
3 months
Data Format
Most Recent/Point-in-Time
What Makes Tracenable’s Waste Data Unique
Tracenable's waste management dataset sets the market benchmark for precision, standardization, reliability, and integrity. Learn why our data stands apart:
Comprehensive Standardization
When company waste data do not align with standard waste reporting frameworks, our team of environmental engineers meticulously maps the reported data to the correct waste categories and disposal methods. This guarantees uniformity and comparability across our dataset, bridging the gap created by diverse reporting formats.
Accuracy in Every Metric
Our advanced cross-source data precision matching algorithm ensures that the most accurate data is always delivered. For instance, an exact figure like 15,245 metric tons of waste is prioritized over a rounded figure like 15,000 metric tons, reflecting our dedication to precision and detail.
Unbiased Data Integrity
Our approach is grounded in delivering waste data exactly as reported by companies, without making inferences or estimates for undisclosed data. This strict adherence to factual reporting ensures the integrity of the data you receive, providing an unaltered and accurate view of corporate waste management.
End-to-End Data Traceability
Every data point we provide is directly traceable to its original source, down to the page numbers and exact coordinates within source documents. This level of detail ensures you have access to the most reliable and verifiable waste data available, equipping you with data you can trust completely.
Deep Dive into the Waste Dataset
On the following pages, you’ll find all the resources needed to fully understand and apply the Waste Dataset:
Definitions & Terminology – Key terms and concepts used in the dataset
Data Dimensions & Metrics – Breakdown of waste metrics and how they are structured
References & Standards – Alignment with global reporting frameworks and regulations
Data Collection Methodology – How the dataset is built and validated
Data Sources – Origin and type of corporate disclosures collected
Standardization Guidelines – Rules applied to ensure comparability
Calculation Logic – Methods for deriving standardized metrics
Quality Assurance – Checks and processes ensuring data integrity
Data Dictionary – Complete reference of fields, units, and definitions