- Definition
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It is one of the surveys carried out by the Environment Statistics Department through which it seeks to provide environmental statistical data that is in line with international standards and classifications to enable policy makers and decision makers to take successful ways to develop the environment of the industrial sector. Further, it aims to support the transition towards a circular economy that aims to reduce waste of materials, commodities and energy and capitalize on them as much as possible, and to reduce the resulting pollution. Such data also meets the requests of beneficiaries from internal agencies and international organizations.
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It is an economic survey through which environmental statistical data is collected on establishments that use waste, in addition to reduce waste of materials, commodities and energy to capitalize on them as much as possible, and to reduce the resulting pollution. This data also meets the requests of beneficiaries from internal agencies and international organizations.
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- Objectives
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Providing data on the consumption and production of waste in the establishment.
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Providing data on the consumption and production of water in the establishment.
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Identifying methods of waste disposal in establishment.
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Identifying economic (industrial) activities with the largest consumption and production of waste.
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Identifying economic (industrial) activities with the largest consumption and production of water.
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Providing data and indicators that help decision makers in setting appropriate policies to improve the environment.
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Fulfilling regional and international obligations in providing data related to environment statistics.
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- Key concepts
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Waste Production:
Waste is any excess and unwanted materials produced during the production process.
Waste used:
the amount of waste that was used inside the establishment or during the production processes, either by reusing the waste in its current state without making any conversion operations, recycling it to be usable materials, or burning it to produce energy.
Production from water:
the water that is produced or extracted by the establishment. For example, the establishment extracts water from an artesian well, as well as the production of desalinated water by a desalination plant.
Treated Wastewater:
Wastewater that has been treated chemically, mechanically, biologically, or all of them to be reused.
- FAQS
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What is meant by waste generation?
Wastes are the secondary materials produced during the manufacturing process. For example, when sewing a garment, the remaining scraps of fabric are considered leftovers produced by the establishment . The other example is when making a wooden box, the cuttings of wood are wooden waste that has been produced.
What is meant by does the establishment use waste?
This question means whether the establishment uses the waste, whether produced materials, such as making sawdust from the excesses of wood when cutting it, or purchased materials, such as buying waste paper and making carton boxes.
What is meant by production from water?
The water that is produced or extracted by the establishment, such as when the establishment has an artesian well and draws water from it, thus, it produces (extracts) water. Another example is an establishment that has a desalination unit and produces desalinated water, whatever the source of the water, thus, it produces desalinated water.
- privacy policy
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Data privacy, safety, and security :
The General Authority for Statistics places the confidentiality of the data collected and processed at the top of the priority list, in accordance with the kingdom’s Law of National Statistics, issued by Royal Decree No.: (23) dated 7/12/1379 AH, as well as in accordance with international standards. GASTAT implements surveys and censuses, conducts studies and researches, analyzes and documents data and information for development purposes and strategic planning.
Purpose of privacy notice :
The Privacy Notice was prepared to understand how the personal data collected are handled and to understand the purpose of the data collection and processing. It is necessary for you to be aware of how GASTAT uses your personal data, and your rights regarding the processing of your personal data, in accordance with the relevant regulations and legislation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Responsibility :
The data provider must constantly review the “Privacy Notice” to ensure if there are any updates to it, bearing in mind that GASTAT is not obligated and required to announce any updates made to this notice. Providing you with the data signifies your acceptance of its accuracy and your knowledge of it.
What are the collected personal data?
Various types of personal data and information is collected, which cover all aspects of life in the Kingdom: (demographic, social, economic, environmental, and cultural), including but not limited to:
Full name, age/date of birth, sex, address, contact information (e.g.: email address and phone numbers), ID number, marital status, current job information, previous job information, information about dependents/spouse//family.
How are the personal data collected?
Personal data is collected and obtained "directly or indirectly", through the use of various methods, and may include:
Direct methods of obtaining personal data:
No, as GASTAT is committed to maintaining the privacy of personal data for all residents of the Kingdom and does not publish it. GASTAT follows the data sharing controls approved by the regulatory entities as well. It is also committed to applying strict and firm measures for data confidentiality and non-disclosure.
Why does GASTAT collect and use personal data?
Through collecting data, GASTAT aims to produce official statistics that serve the public interest. This means that any personal data collected, whether about the same person or on behalf of another person, will be used for statistical purposes and to produce official statistics.
Does GASTAT share personal data?
Cookies data, Cookies collect data on how you use GASTAT website, including the date and time of your visit, and the type of the Internet browser you use. Indirect methods of obtaining personal data: Field visit to the household or establishment by GASTAT employees or representatives. A phone call by GASTAT employees through the Statistical phone # (920020018). Self-enumeration for individuals and establishments through GASTAT website.
- Data collection start and end dates
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Start of data collection: 14/05/2023
End of data collection: 17/06/2023
- Data completion methods
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Telephonic call (cati).
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Link (cawi).
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