Illumina Inc
Illumina Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Illumina 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 | 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 Illumina's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Illumina generated a total of 7,336 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 63.05% of Illumina's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 36.95% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Illumina's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Illumina's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Illumina reported a total waste generation of 7,336 metric tonnes, of which 63.05% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Illumina is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Illumina reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, Illumina's total waste generation increased by 48.68%, but declined by 2.23% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.
Over the same period, Illumina's waste recovery rate increased by 1.69%, but declined by 5% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.
Overall, Illumina’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.
Illumina’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Illumina’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Illumina generated a total of 7,336 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 18.7% of Illumina'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. 81.3% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Illumina’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Illumina reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, Illumina's total waste generation increased by 48.68%, including a 2.23% 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, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 35.92%, yet rose by 1.46% in 2023, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.
Overall, Illumina'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.
How does Illumina treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Illumina reported that 1,372 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 18.7% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (93.66%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Illumina has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.