Boston Scientific Corp
Boston Scientific Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Boston Scientific 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.
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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 Boston Scientific's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Boston Scientific generated a total of 13,937 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 87.49% of Boston Scientific's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 12.51% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Boston Scientific's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Boston Scientific's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Boston Scientific reported a total waste generation of 13,937 metric tonnes, of which 87.49% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Boston Scientific has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Boston Scientific reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, Boston Scientific's total waste generation increased by 14.28%, including a 6.79% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.
Over the same period, Boston Scientific's waste recovery rate declined by 4.95%, yet improved by 1.36% in 2023, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.
Overall, Boston Scientific’s waste generation and recovery data show a mixed and inconsistent trend. A deeper analysis of the company's activities, industry benchmarks, and operational changes is needed to assess its sustainability performance more precisely.
Boston Scientific’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Boston Scientific’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Boston Scientific generated a total of 13,937 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 9.29% of Boston Scientific'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. 90.71% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Boston Scientific’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Boston Scientific reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, Boston Scientific's total waste generation increased by 14.28%, including a 6.79% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Boston Scientific's total output increased by 13.78%, including a further 12.91% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.
Overall, Boston Scientific has seen a continuous rise in both total waste and hazardous waste over time, signaling a worsening environmental impact that may require urgent reassessment of material sourcing, production processes, or waste mitigation strategies.
How does Boston Scientific treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Boston Scientific reported that 1,295 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 9.29% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (57.45%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Boston Scientific has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.