top of page

Compendium of 68 Most Useful KPIs for the Waste Management Sector

Writer's picture: Dr. MarvilanoDr. Marvilano

 

These KPIs help waste management companies monitor and assess various aspects of their performance, service quality, and business growth.

 

1.      Asset Turnover Rate: The efficiency of assets in generating revenue, typically calculated as revenue divided by total assets.

 

2.      Average Age of Fleet: The average age of vehicles or equipment used in waste management operations.

 

3.      BioGas Production Volume: The volume of biogas produced through the anaerobic digestion of organic waste.

 

4.      Carbon Footprint: The total amount of greenhouse gases, typically measured in CO2 equivalents, emitted directly or indirectly by waste management activities.

 

5.      Collection Efficiency: The effectiveness of waste collection operations in picking up waste from designated locations.

 

6.      Collection Route Efficiency: The efficiency of waste collection routes in terms of minimizing time, distance, and fuel consumption.

 

7.      Collection Vehicle Downtime: The amount of time that waste collection vehicles are out of service for maintenance or repairs.

 

8.      Compliance with Waste Hierarchy: The adherence to waste management hierarchy principles, such as prevention, reuse, recycling, recovery, and disposal, in waste management practices.

 

9.      Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste Recovery Rate: The percentage of construction and demolition waste that is recovered for recycling or reuse.

 

10.  Contamination Rate: The percentage of recyclable materials contaminated with non-recyclable items, affecting the quality of recycling.

 

11.  Cost Per Pickup: The average cost incurred for each waste pickup or collection operation.

 

12.  Cost Per Ton of Waste: The average cost incurred for managing or disposing of each ton of waste.

 

13.  Cost per Ton of Waste Transported: The average cost incurred for transporting each ton of waste from collection points to disposal sites.

 

14.  Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC): The cost associated with acquiring a new waste management customer, including marketing and sales expenses.

 

15.  Customer Churn Rate: The percentage of waste management customers who discontinue their service within a specific period.

 

16.  Customer Retention Rate: The percentage of waste management customers retained over a specific period.

 

17.  Decommissioning and Post-Closure Care Costs: The costs associated with decommissioning waste management facilities and providing post-closure care for disposal sites.

 

18.  E-Waste Recovery Rate: The percentage of electronic waste (e-waste) that is recovered for recycling or safe disposal.

 

19.  Energy Production per Ton of Waste: The amount of energy generated through waste-to-energy processes per ton of waste processed.

 

20.  Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Rate: The rate at which waste management activities reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to baseline levels.

 

21.  Hazardous Waste Percentage: The percentage of waste categorized as hazardous due to its potential environmental or health risks.

 

22.  Hazardous Waste Treatment Efficiency: The effectiveness of hazardous waste treatment processes in reducing environmental and health risks.

 

23.  Incineration Efficiency: The efficiency of waste incineration processes in converting waste into energy or reducing waste volume.

 

24.  Landfill Gas Utilization Rate: The percentage of methane gas generated in landfills that is captured and utilized for energy production.

 

25.  Landfill Lifespan: The estimated duration for which a landfill can continue to accept waste before reaching capacity.

 

26.  Landfill Utilization Rate: The percentage of total landfill capacity that is currently utilized for waste disposal.

 

27.  Leachate Production Rate: The rate at which leachate, a liquid formed from decomposing waste, is produced in landfills.

 

28.  Litter Control Compliance Rate: The effectiveness of litter control measures in maintaining cleanliness in waste management facilities and surrounding areas.

 

29.  Maintenance Cost per Vehicle: The average cost incurred for maintaining each waste collection vehicle.

 

30.  Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Sorting Accuracy: The accuracy of sorting recyclable materials at material recovery facilities.

 

31.  Material Recovery Rate: The percentage of recyclable materials recovered from the waste stream for recycling or reuse.

 

32.  Medical Waste Disposal Compliance Rate: The compliance rate with regulations and standards for the safe disposal of medical waste.

 

33.  Methane Capture Rate: The percentage of methane gas emitted from waste management activities that is captured and prevented from entering the atmosphere.

 

34.  Noise Pollution Level: The level of noise generated by waste management operations, measured in decibels (dB).

 

35.  Number of Service Disruptions: The total number of disruptions or interruptions in waste management services experienced by customers.

 

36.  Occupational Illness Rate: The rate of illnesses or injuries among waste management workers, typically expressed as incidents per 100 full-time equivalent employees.

 

37.  Odor Control Efficiency: The effectiveness of odor control measures in minimizing unpleasant odors associated with waste management facilities.

 

38.  Organic Waste Percentage: The percentage of waste composed of organic materials, such as food scraps and yard waste.

 

39.  Percent of Fleet Using Alternative Fuels: The percentage of waste management vehicles using alternative fuels, such as biodiesel or natural gas, to reduce emissions.

 

40.  Percent of Fleet with Real-time Tracking: The percentage of waste management vehicles equipped with real-time tracking systems for monitoring and optimization.

 

41.  Percent of Waste Treated On-Site: The percentage of waste processed or treated at the waste management facility without being transported off-site.

 

42.  Percentage of End-of-Life Products Recycled: The percentage of end-of-life products, such as electronics or appliances, recycled rather than disposed of in landfills.

 

43.  Percentage of Waste Repurposed: The percentage of waste materials repurposed or reused for alternative applications, such as composting or energy generation.

 

44.  Permit Violation Rate: The frequency of regulatory violations or non-compliance incidents related to waste management permits.

 

45.  Plastic Waste Percentage: The percentage of waste composed of plastic materials, indicating the prevalence of plastic pollution.

 

46.  Processing Time per Ton of Waste: The average time required to process or treat each ton of waste at waste management facilities.

 

47.  Recycling Contamination Costs: The costs associated with removing contaminants from recyclable materials to improve recycling efficiency.

 

48.  Recycling Rate: The percentage of total waste diverted from landfills for recycling or reuse.

 

49.  Regulatory Compliance Rate: The rate of compliance with waste management regulations and standards imposed by regulatory authorities.

 

50.  Residential vs Commercial Customer Ratio: The ratio of residential waste management customers to commercial or industrial customers.

 

51.  Return on Investment (ROI) for Capital Expenditures: The financial return or profitability achieved from capital investments in waste management infrastructure or equipment.

 

52.  Revenue Per Pickup: The average revenue generated for each waste pickup or collection operation.

 

53.  Revenue Per Ton: The average revenue generated for each ton of waste managed or processed.

 

54.  Safety Incidents Rate: The rate of safety incidents or accidents occurring during waste management operations, typically expressed as incidents per 100 full-time equivalent employees.

 

55.  Single Stream Contamination Rate: The rate of contamination in single-stream recycling systems, where recyclable materials are mixed together.

 

56.  Sludge Processing Efficiency: The efficiency of sludge treatment processes in wastewater treatment plants, often measured by the reduction in sludge volume or solids content.

 

57.  Tonnage Collected: The total weight or volume of waste collected by waste management services within a specific period.

 

58.  Vehicle Fuel Efficiency: The fuel efficiency or miles per gallon (MPG) achieved by waste management vehicles, indicating their environmental impact and operating costs.

 

59.  Volume of Waste Rerouted from Landfill: The volume of waste diverted from landfill disposal through recycling, composting, or waste-to-energy processes.

 

60.  Waste Collection Coverage: The extent of waste collection services provided in a geographic area, typically measured by the percentage of households or businesses served.

 

61.  Waste Diversion Rate: The percentage of waste diverted from landfill disposal through recycling, composting, or other diversion methods.

 

62.  Waste Generation Rate of Contracted Customers: The rate at which waste is generated by customers contracted for waste management services.

 

63.  Waste Heat Recovery Rate: The efficiency of waste heat recovery systems in capturing and utilizing heat generated from waste management processes.

 

64.  Waste Segregation Accuracy: The accuracy of waste segregation practices in separating different types of waste for recycling, treatment, or disposal.

 

65.  Waste Sorting Efficiency: The efficiency of waste sorting processes in separating recyclable materials from non-recyclable waste.

 

66.  Waste-to-Energy Conversion Cost: The cost of converting waste into energy through waste-to-energy technologies, typically measured per unit of energy produced.

 

67.  Waste-to-Energy Efficiency: The efficiency of waste-to-energy processes in converting waste into usable energy, often measured by energy output relative to waste input.

 

68.  Water Usage Efficiency: The efficiency of water usage in waste management operations, typically measured by the volume of water consumed per ton of waste processed.

 



 

 

 
 

Comments


bottom of page