Furukawa Electric Co Ltd

Common Name
Furukawa Electric
Country
Japan
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Electrical Equipment & Parts
Employees
52,757
Ticker
5801
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. is a prominent Japanese corporation specializing in the manufacturing and development of advanced technological components. Initially founded in 1884, the company has, over...

Furukawa Electric Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Furukawa Electric 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.

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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 Furukawa Electric's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Furukawa Electric generated a total of 40,000 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 83.25% of Furukawa Electric's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 10.25% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 6.5% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

Furukawa Electric's Waste Recovery Rate

83%

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

In 2023, Furukawa Electric reported a total waste generation of 40,000 metric tonnes, of which 83.25% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Furukawa Electric has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.

Has Furukawa Electric reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2019, Furukawa Electric's total waste generation decreased by 18.37%, including a further 4.76% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.

Over the same period, Furukawa Electric's waste recovery rate increased by 24.75%, while holding steady in 2023, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.

Overall, Furukawa Electric’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.

Furukawa Electric’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered
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