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Lite-On Technology Corp
Lite-On Technology's Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Lite-On Technology 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Lite-On Technology's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Lite-On Technology generated a total of 20,468metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 85.7% of Lite-On Technology's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 14.3% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
Lite-On Technology's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Lite-On Technology's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Lite-On Technology reported a total waste generation of 20,468 metric tonnes, of which 85.7% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Lite-On Technology has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Has Lite-On Technology reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Lite-On Technology's total waste generation increased by 10.07%, but declined by 22.18% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.a
Over the same period, Lite-On Technology's waste recovery rate increased by 11.32%, including a 4.94% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, while Lite-On Technology has increased waste over the long term, recent reductions in waste generation and strong improvements in recovery indicate a strategic pivot toward better waste management and more sustainable practices.
Lite-On Technology’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Lite-On Technology’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Lite-On Technology generated a total of 20,468 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 8.22% of Lite-On Technology'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.91.78% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Lite-On Technology’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Lite-On Technology reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Lite-On Technology's total waste generation rose by 10.07%, but dropped by 22.18% in 2023, indicating a possible turning point driven by improved waste-reduction practices or production slowdowns.a
Over the same period, Lite-On Technology reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 36.08%, with a further 16.01% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Lite-On Technology has increased waste over time but is now demonstrating meaningful progress in both reducing waste generation and lowering its hazardous content, potentially signaling a turning point toward sustainability.a