First Solar Inc
First Solar Waste Data Preview
In 2023, First Solar 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 First Solar's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, First Solar generated a total of 52,471 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 86.86% of First Solar's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 13.14% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
First Solar's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of First Solar's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, First Solar reported a total waste generation of 52,471 metric tonnes, of which 86.86% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that First Solar has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has First Solar reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2023, First Solar's total waste generation has increased by 8.84%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.
Over the same period, First Solar's waste recovery rate increased by 2.36%.
First Solar’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into First Solar’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, First Solar generated a total of 52,471 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 10.68% of First Solar'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. 89.32% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
First Solar’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How First Solar reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2023, First Solar's total waste generation has increased by 8.84%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.
Since 2023, First Solar's hazardous waste generation has increased by 6%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..
Overall, First Solar 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 First Solar treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, First Solar reported that 5,606 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 10.68% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 15.66% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.