In 2025, Cisco Systems 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 treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 5,256a | 5,631a | 4,337a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 4,485a | 4,920a | 3,746a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, Cisco Systems generated a total of 5,256metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 85.33% of Cisco Systems's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 14.69% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Cisco Systems reported a total waste generation of 5,256 metric tonnes, of which 85.33% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Cisco Systems has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, Cisco Systems's total waste generation increased by 65.54%, but declined by 6.66% in the year 2025, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.a
Over the same period, Cisco Systems's waste recovery rate increased by 4.08%, but declined by 2.34% in 2025, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.a
Overall, Cisco Systems’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.