Disco Corp

Common Name
Disco
Country
Japan
Sector
Technology
Industry
Semiconductor Equipment & Materials
Employees
4,886
Ticker
6146
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Disco Corporation is a leading manufacturer engaging in the development and production of precision machines and equipment, particularly for the semiconductor, electronic component, and optical indust...

Disco Waste Data Preview

In 2022, Disco 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 Generated
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Total Waste Recovered
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into Disco's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2022, Disco generated a total of 2,552 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 99.73% of Disco's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 0.27% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Disco's Waste Recovery Rate

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How much of Disco's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2022, Disco reported a total waste generation of 2,552 metric tonnes, of which 99.73% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Disco has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.

Has Disco reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2018, Disco's total waste generation decreased by 13.46%, including a further 14.65% drop in 2022, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.

Over the same period, Disco's waste recovery rate remained stable both in the long term and in 2022, suggesting limited progress, or consistent recovery performance, without major shifts in strategy.

Overall, Disco’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.

Disco’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

2018201920202021202207501.5 k2.25 k3 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Disco’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2022, Disco generated a total of 2,552 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 6.35% of Disco'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. 93.65% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Disco’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

2018201920202021202207501.5 k2.25 k3 ktonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Disco reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2018, Disco's total waste generation decreased by 13.46%, with an additional 14.65% decline in 2022, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.

Over the same period, Disco reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 46.82%, with a further 21.57% decline in 2022, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.

Overall, Disco has made consistent and substantial progress in reducing both the quantity and the danger of its waste, highlighting a strong, well-executed waste strategy focused on minimizing environmental impact.

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