Electric Power Development Co Ltd

Common Name
Electric Power Development
Country
Japan
Sector
Utilities
Industry
Utilities - Renewable
Employees
7,127
Ticker
9513
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Electric Power Development Co., Ltd., commonly known as J-POWER, is a pivotal player in Japan's energy sector, engaging primarily in the generation and wholesale distribution of electricity. The compa...

Electric Power Development Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Electric Power Development 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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Insights into Electric Power Development's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Electric Power Development generated a total of 1,530,000 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 94.84% of Electric Power Development's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 5.16% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Electric Power Development's Waste Recovery Rate

95%

How much of Electric Power Development's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Electric Power Development reported a total waste generation of 1,530,000 metric tonnes, of which 94.84% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Electric Power Development has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.

Has Electric Power Development reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2021, Electric Power Development's total waste generation decreased by 22.73%, including a further 21.54% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.

Over the same period, Electric Power Development's waste recovery rate declined by 2.91%, with a further 1.37% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.

Overall, while Electric Power Development has successfully reduced its total waste generation, its waste recovery efforts have also declined. This pattern could suggest a shift in strategy away from circular treatment methods or a lag in recovery infrastructure development.

Electric Power Development’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Electric Power Development’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Electric Power Development generated a total of 1,530,000 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 5.16% of Electric Power Development'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. 0% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. The remaining 94.84% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

Electric Power Development’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Electric Power Development reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2021, Electric Power Development's total waste generation decreased by 22.73%, with an additional 21.54% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.

Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Electric Power Development's total output increased by 122.26%, including a further 34.23% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.

Overall, Electric Power Development's waste and hazardousness trends are mixed or inconclusive. A more detailed review of its materials, industry standards, and operational changes would help clarify the net environmental impact of its waste strategy.

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