Cleanaway Waste Management Limited, headquartered in Australia, is a leading provider of integrated waste management services. Founded in 1968, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland. Cleanaway offers a comprehensive range of services, including waste collection, recycling, and resource recovery, setting itself apart with innovative solutions tailored to meet diverse customer needs. With a commitment to sustainability, Cleanaway has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its recycling capabilities and investing in advanced waste processing technologies. As a key player in the waste management industry, Cleanaway is recognised for its dedication to environmental stewardship and operational excellence, making it a trusted partner for businesses and communities seeking effective waste solutions.
How does Cleanaway Waste Management's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Cleanaway Waste Management's score of 10 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2025, Cleanaway Waste Management reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,132,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. For the previous year, 2024, the company disclosed total emissions of about 1,122,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounting to approximately 1,187,000,000 kg CO2e. In Australia, the 2024 emissions were broken down into Scope 1 emissions of about 1,070,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 176,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services at about 308,000,000 kg CO2e. Cleanaway has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) nor has it made any formal climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from a parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Cleanaway Waste Management Limited. Overall, Cleanaway Waste Management is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, but further commitments and reduction initiatives are necessary to align with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 49,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 43,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Cleanaway Waste Management has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
