KLA Corp

Common Name
KLA
Country
United States
Sector
Technology
Industry
Semiconductor Equipment & Materials
Employees
15,000
Ticker
KLAC
Exchange
NASDAQ/NGS
Description
KLA Corporation is a leading technology company specializing in advanced process control and yield management systems for the semiconductor industry. Renowned for its innovative equipment and software...

KLA Waste Data Preview

In 2023, KLA 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 Hazardous Waste Generated
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Insights into KLA's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, KLA generated a total of 2,910 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 3.31% of KLA's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 3.56% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. The remaining 93.13% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.

KLA's Waste Recovery Rate

3%

How much of KLA's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, KLA reported a total waste generation of 2,910 metric tonnes, of which 3.31% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that KLA may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.

Has KLA reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2023, KLA's total waste generation has increased by 30.14%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.

Over the same period, KLA's waste recovery rate decreased by 94.29%.

KLA’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into KLA’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, KLA generated a total of 2,910 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 4.36% of KLA'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. 95.64% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

KLA’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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

How KLA reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2023, KLA's total waste generation has increased by 30.14%, which may reflect expanding operations, weaker material efficiency, or insufficient waste reduction efforts.

Overall, KLA'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 KLA treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, KLA reported that 127 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 4.36% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 23.97% 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 KLA's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Hazardous WasteDisposed(34.9%)Hazardous WasteRecovered(15.2%)Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(16.9%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(33.0%)
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