Dexcom Inc
Dexcom Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Dexcom 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 Dexcom's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Dexcom generated a total of 5,654 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 57.03% of Dexcom's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 42.97% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Dexcom's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Dexcom's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Dexcom reported a total waste generation of 5,654 metric tonnes, of which 57.03% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Dexcom is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Dexcom reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, Dexcom's total waste generation increased by 112.03%, including a 8.35% 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, Dexcom's waste recovery rate increased by 165.21%, including a 9.49% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.
Overall, Dexcom has seen a consistent rise in waste generation both over the long term and in the year 2023. However, the company has also steadily improved its waste recovery performance, suggesting that it is actively working to offset the environmental consequences of increased production through enhanced circularity efforts.
Dexcom’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Dexcom’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Dexcom generated a total of 5,654 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 9.78% of Dexcom'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. 7.66% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 82.56% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.
Dexcom’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Dexcom reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2020, Dexcom's total waste generation increased by 112.03%, including a 8.35% 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.
Since 2023, Dexcom's hazardous waste generation has increased by 116.57%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..
Overall, Dexcom has seen a recent increase in both total waste and hazardous waste, which may indicate growing operational pressures or insufficient controls on harmful materials.
How does Dexcom treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Dexcom reported that 553 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 9.78% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Only 7.71% of hazardous waste was recovered, meaning the vast majority was treated through disposal methods such as landfilling or incineration. This raises concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with Dexcom’s current hazardous waste practices.