WM New Zealand
WM New Zealand, commonly referred to as WMNZ, is a leading waste management and resource recovery company headquartered in New Zealand. Established in 2001, WMNZ has grown to become a key player in the waste management industry, operating across major regions including Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch. Specialising in innovative waste solutions, WMNZ offers a range of services such as recycling, landfill management, and waste collection. Their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility sets them apart, as they strive to minimise landfill use and promote resource recovery. With a strong market position, WMNZ has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in service and sustainability initiatives. Their focus on customer satisfaction and eco-friendly practices continues to drive their success in the competitive waste management sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does WM New Zealand'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
WM New Zealand's score of 36 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
WM New Zealand's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, WM New Zealand reported total carbon emissions of approximately 47,006,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 37,474,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 668,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 8,864,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, emissions have decreased from about 48,208,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 57,931,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 58,744,000 kg CO2e in 2020. This demonstrates a significant reduction trend, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which fell from 21,513,000 kg CO2e in 2020 to 8,864,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Despite these reductions, WM New Zealand has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on operational efficiency and sustainability practices to further mitigate its carbon footprint.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 36,409,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 821,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 21,513,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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WM New Zealand is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
