### Hazardous waste are wastes whose properties make them dangerous or likely to have a harmful effect on human health or the environment. They range from waste from industrial manufacturing processes to household waste such as batteries. The management of hazardous and special waste represents a major challenge for our societies, both environmentally and health-wise. These wastes, derived from various industries and activities, require specific treatments to minimize their negative impacts and, if possible, to recover value from them. ### Veolia, with its expertise and cutting-edge technologies, positions itself as a leader in this field. Our comprehensive approach combines safety, regulatory compliance, and innovation to offer customized solutions. From collection and treatment to recovery and safe disposal, we offer a full range of services adapted to the specific needs of each client. ## Our solutions for the hazardous and special waste ### We support industries in the treatment and recovery of hazardous and special waste. Discover our solutions. [ ![déchets radioactifs, gestion sous haute tension ](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2023/01/Asteralis-cea-australie-dechets-radioactifs-veolia-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=CTnpPgIb) ](/en/solutions/dismantling-nuclear-facilities-management-treatment-radioactive-waste)[Dismantling existing nuclear facilities](/en/solutions/dismantling-nuclear-facilities-management-treatment-radioactive-waste) ### [Dismantling existing nuclear facilities](/en/solutions/dismantling-nuclear-facilities-management-treatment-radioactive-waste) [ ![Treatment and recovery of hazardous and special waste, battery](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2025/01/traitement-valorisation-dechets-dangereux-926x720.jpg.webp?itok=LNblQl8n) ](/en/solutions/recycling-electric-car-batteries)[Recycling electric car batteries](/en/solutions/recycling-electric-car-batteries) ### [Recycling electric car batteries](/en/solutions/recycling-electric-car-batteries) [ ![West Carrolton](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2022/07/West-Carrollton-valorisation-solvants-veolia-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=TUtcB3gs) ](/en/solutions/treatment-and-recovery-spent-solvents)[Treatment and recovery of spent solvents](/en/solutions/treatment-and-recovery-spent-solvents) ### [Treatment and recovery of spent solvents](/en/solutions/treatment-and-recovery-spent-solvents) [ ![Traitement des déchets médicaux dangereux](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2023/05/Dry_Creek_SA_Medical%20Facility-veolia-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=rJkiZfsV) ](/en/solutions/hazardous-medical-waste-treatment)[Hazardous medical waste treatment](/en/solutions/hazardous-medical-waste-treatment) ### [Hazardous medical waste treatment](/en/solutions/hazardous-medical-waste-treatment) [ ![Traitement des DEEE : déchets d’équipements électriques et électroniques](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2023/03/traitement-DEEE-dechets-equipements-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=7N2Gagxs) ](/en/solutions/treating-weee)[Treating WEEE](/en/solutions/treating-weee) ### [Treating WEEE](/en/solutions/treating-weee) [ ![usine de démantèlement à Troyes](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2022/07/Troyes-demantelement-veolia-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=3y1bZBs9) ](/en/solutions/industrial-dismantling-challenging-operation)[Industrial dismantling: a challenging operation](/en/solutions/industrial-dismantling-challenging-operation) ### [Industrial dismantling: a challenging operation](/en/solutions/industrial-dismantling-challenging-operation) [ ![plante sur un sol dépollué](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2022/07/depollution-sols-veolia-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=HHPOQK13) ](/en/solutions/soil-remediation)[Soil remediation](/en/solutions/soil-remediation) ### [Soil remediation](/en/solutions/soil-remediation) [ ![Garston Ellesmere Port au Royaume-Uni](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2022/08/Garston_Ellesmere_Port_incinerateur-veolia-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=uI5569RQ) ](/en/solutions/destruction-sensitive-products-and-confidential-documents)[Destruction of sensitive products and confidential documents](/en/solutions/destruction-sensitive-products-and-confidential-documents) ### [Destruction of sensitive products and confidential documents](/en/solutions/destruction-sensitive-products-and-confidential-documents) |**Also read our expert's article:** [**From waste to megawatts: waste-to-energy driving energy sovereignty**](/en/blog/waste-megawatts-waste-energy-driving-energy-sovereignty "From waste to megawatts: waste-to-energy driving energy sovereignty") ## The Veolia difference - You benefit from comprehensive expertise - You manage health, environmental and safety risks - You comply with regulations - You optimize your costs - You preserve rare resources and minerals - You reduce your environmental footprint ![Treatment and recovery of hazardous and special waste, barrel](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2025/01/traitement-valorisation-dechets-dangereux-speciaux-604.jpg.webp?h=de775191&itok=Xti7kdmz) ## Learn more about hazardous and special waste ### Our solutions for the treatment and recovery of [hazardous and special waste](/en/blog/hazardous-waste-challenges-decontamination-risk-prevention "Hazardous waste: challenges of decontamination and risk prevention") from industries: #### [Dismantling existing nuclear facilities, management and treatment of radioactive waste](/en/solutions/dismantling-nuclear-facilities-management-treatment-radioactive-waste "Dismantling existing nuclear facilities, management and treatment of radioactive waste") At Veolia, we offer comprehensive expertise in nuclear facility decommissioning and radioactive waste management. Our services cover the entire process, from **decontamination** and **demolition** **to waste treatment and storage.** We use cutting-edge technologies, such as robotics and vitrification, to meet the most complex challenges. Our specialized laboratories and industrial centers enable us to safely and effectively manage millions of tonnes of radioactive materials every year. #### [Recycling electric car batteries](/en/solutions/recycling-electric-car-batteries "Recycling electric car batteries") Veolia offers a comprehensive solution for **recycling electric vehicle batteries**, responding to growing ecological and regulatory challenges. Our expertise covers the entire value chain, from collection to refining of strategic metals. Thanks to our innovative processes, we ensure safe management of hazardous waste and achieve high recycling rates for cobalt, lithium, nickel, and copper. Our approach helps **to preserve natural resources**, **reduce carbon footprint**, and **contribute to the circular economy** in the electric automotive sector. #### [Treatment and recovery of used solvents](/en/solutions/treatment-and-recovery-spent-solvents "Treatment and recovery of spent solvents") **Veolia transforms used solvents into new resources for industry.** Our secure processing chain, from collection to regeneration, uses state-of-the-art technologies and equipment such as thin-film evaporators (for solids separation and recovery). These processes efficiently **convert hazardous waste into high-quality secondary raw materials.** As a result, manufacturers benefit from **competitive recycled solvents**, while **significantly reducing their environmental footprint and guaranteeing the safety of neighboring populations.** #### [Hazardous medical waste treatment](/en/solutions/hazardous-medical-waste-treatment "Hazardous medical waste treatment") Veolia has developed a complete package for **the management of hazardous medical waste**, meeting WHO standards. Our expertise covers staff training, the supply of suitable containers, secure collection and specialized treatment. We ensure **rigorous traceability** and **use advanced treatment methods**, such as **incineration** or **disinfection**, to eliminate health and environmental risks. Our tailor-made approach effectively protects people and the environment from the potential dangers of medical waste, while complying with current regulations. #### [Treating WEEE](/en/solutions/treating-weee "Treating WEEE: waste electrical and electronic equipment") Veolia offers a complete solution for **the treatment of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE)**, from collection to final sorting, including depollution and dismantling. Thanks to our advanced industrial processes, we maximize the recovery of valuable materials, including precious metals and rare earths. Our approach not only preserves resources and the environment, but also provides our industrial customers with high-quality secondary raw materials at competitive prices, while contributing to local employment. #### [Industrial dismantling: a challenging operation](/en/solutions/industrial-dismantling-challenging-operation "Industrial dismantling: a challenging operation") **Our industrial dismantling solutions** apply to trains, ships and oil platforms. Our integrated approach guarantees safety, environmental protection and cost optimization. From initial study to final rehabilitation, we manage every stage with precision: securing, asbestos removal, deconstruction, materials recovery and hazardous waste treatment. Our expertise in waste treatment and materials recovery enables us **to maximize recycling** while ensuring **rigorous traceability.** In this way, we turn the challenges of dismantling into **opportunities for preserving resources** and **protecting the environment.** #### [Soil remediation](/en/solutions/soil-remediation "Soil remediation") **As an expert in soil remediation**, Veolia offers comprehensive solutions to reduce environmental and health risks. Our know-how ranges from initial studies to post-treatment monitoring, including advanced techniques such as venting, sparging, stabilization and phytoremediation. We operate both on-site and off-site, adapting our methods to each type of pollution. Our expertise also covers the management of accidental pollution, discharge control and the traceability of excavated soil. **Our aim: to bring degraded soils back to life and preserve the environment.** #### [Destruction of sensitive products and confidential documents](/en/solutions/destruction-sensitive-products-and-confidential-documents "Destruction of sensitive products and confidential documents") **As experts in secure destruction of sensitive products and confidential documents**, we offer a comprehensive service from collection to recovery. Our expertise ranges from handling medical products to banking documents and customs seizures. We use methods like shredding and incineration, while recycling any valuable materials. Our approach ensures **compliance with regulations**, particularly the **GDPR**, and guarantees **complete traceability**. By providing a reliable solution for managing these critical elements, **we protect our clients from health and security risks.** ## Explore our other solutions dedicated to waste management - ### [Waste collection and sorting](/en/waste/waste-collection-sorting "Waste collection and sorting") - ### [Recovering materials from waste](/en/waste/recovering-materials-waste "Recovering materials from waste") - ### [Waste to energy](/en/waste/recovering-energy-wastes "Recovering energy from waste") - ### [Industrial waste management](/en/waste/industrial-waste-management "Industrial waste management") - ### [Cross-functional solutions](/en/waste/cross-functional-solutions-waste-energy-water "Cross-functional solutions for Waste, Energy and Water")