Bandag produced 169,610kg of waste in 2017, divided into 5% of hazardous waste, and 95% of non-hazardous waste.

Compared to 2016, the company reduced its total waste by 14% this year, thanks to the correct application of the Environmental Management System, the improvements implemented to ensure operational efficiencies, and the heightened awareness of all employees on the subject matter.


In terms of the environment, Bandag prioritizes its proper waste management processes to comply with the applicable national legislation, the provisions related to the certifications obtained and the Environmental Management System’s internal procedures. Following are the disposal methods used in 2017 and the amount of waste disposed through each of these: