Richter Gedeon Vegyeszeti Gyar Nyrt

Common Name
Gedeon Richter
Country
Hungary
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic
Employees
12,167
Ticker
RICHTER
Exchange
BUDAPEST STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Richter Gedeon Nyrt., founded in Hungary in 1901, is a leading pharmaceutical company with a broad spectrum in drug development, manufacture, market, and sales. Known for its strong innovation capabil...

Gedeon Richter Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Gedeon Richter 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 Gedeon Richter's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Gedeon Richter generated a total of 32,648 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 60.15% of Gedeon Richter's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 26.5% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 13.35% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

Gedeon Richter's Waste Recovery Rate

60%

How much of Gedeon Richter's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Gedeon Richter reported a total waste generation of 32,648 metric tonnes, of which 60.15% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Gedeon Richter is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

Has Gedeon Richter reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2021, Gedeon Richter's total waste generation increased by 50.51%, including a 53.95% 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, Gedeon Richter's waste recovery rate increased by 35.91%, including a 7.38% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.

Overall, Gedeon Richter 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.

Gedeon Richter’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

20212022202307.5 k15 k22.5 k30 ktonnes
  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Gedeon Richter’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Gedeon Richter generated a total of 32,648 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 43.39% of Gedeon Richter'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. 56.61% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Gedeon Richter’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

20212022202308.5 k17 k25.5 k34 ktonnes
  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Gedeon Richter reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2021, Gedeon Richter's total waste generation increased by 50.51%, including a 53.95% 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.

Over the same period, Gedeon Richter reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 40.4%, with a further 34.17% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.

Overall, Gedeon Richter is generating more waste but has significantly reduced the share of hazardous materials, suggesting a partial decoupling of volume and toxicity that could reflect more responsible inputs or enhanced treatment.

How does Gedeon Richter treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Gedeon Richter reported that 14,167 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 43.39% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 44.29% 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.

Breakdown of Gedeon Richter's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Hazardous WasteDisposed(27.8%)Hazardous WasteRecovered(22.2%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(47.2%)
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