As of November 2025, the United States has recorded 6,081,070 tons of hazardous waste shipped nationwide, representing 1,076,726 manifested hazardous waste shipments from 592,068 generating facilities. These figures, compiled through the EPA’s e-Manifest system, provide a detailed look into the nation’s ongoing hazardous waste management practices and the scope of regulated material movement across state lines.
The data indicates a continued high volume of hazardous waste activity, aligning with patterns observed in recent years. Industrial manufacturing, chemical processing, and waste treatment sectors remain the dominant generators, with a growing proportion of shipments associated with the energy, pharmaceutical, and electronics industries. The steady shipment volume suggests that, despite economic variability and sustainability efforts, industrial waste generation remains robust.
From a logistics and compliance standpoint, the over one million manifested shipments highlight both the complexity and efficiency of the national hazardous waste tracking infrastructure. The electronic manifest (e-Manifest) platform has streamlined data collection and transparency since its implementation, allowing regulators and industry stakeholders to identify trends, assess compliance, and monitor cradle-to-grave waste movement in near real time.
However, the concentration of waste generation among more than half a million facilities underscores the importance of ongoing investment in source reduction, treatment technologies, and circular waste strategies. Many organizations are shifting focus from simple disposal toward recovery and reuse, particularly in metals, solvents, and catalysts. These efforts not only mitigate environmental impact but also reduce long-term liability and cost.
Looking forward to the final quarter of 2025, attention will likely turn to annual reporting and state-level variations in waste management performance. Regions with higher industrial density—such as the Gulf Coast, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic—are expected to continue leading in waste generation and treatment volumes. The data from 2025 will serve as a key benchmark for evaluating the effectiveness of sustainability programs, treatment capacity planning, and regulatory modernization efforts into 2026.
The year-to-date numbers reinforce a critical reality: hazardous waste management remains a cornerstone of environmental protection and industrial accountability. Data transparency, technology adoption, and continued collaboration between regulators and generators will define the next phase of responsible waste stewardship in the United States.
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