Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Nature, resources & circularity · Core

Hazardous waste

Also called: regulated waste

ELI5

Waste posing specified risks and subject to special controls.

Used in conversation

“State the boundary and evidence behind hazardous waste before publishing the claim.”

Pitch context

You will see “Hazardous waste” in sustainability reports, impact decks, climate plans and assurance materials when the discussion reaches nature, resources & circularity.

Why it matters: In nature, resources & circularity, the reporting boundary, method, period and evidence can materially change the claim.

Caution

State the reporting boundary, method, period and evidence; standards, regulation and assurance requirements vary.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.