Alkermes Plc
Alkermes Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Alkermes conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards. The company provided a breakdown of its waste by type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Alkermes's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Alkermes generated a total of 6,335 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 82.21% of Alkermes's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 17.82% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Alkermes's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Alkermes's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Alkermes reported a total waste generation of 6,335 metric tonnes, of which 82.21% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Alkermes has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Insights into Alkermesās Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Alkermes generated a total of 6,335 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 32.42% of Alkermes's total waste generated of was classified as hazardous waste, characterized by properties such as toxicity, flammability, corrosiveness, or reactivity that may pose risks to human health, ecosystems, or the environment. 67.58% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
How does Alkermes treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Alkermes reported that 2,054 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 32.42% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (79.45%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Alkermes has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.