In 2024, Littelfuse 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) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 17,680a | 15,992a | 19,679a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 13,278a | 12,968a | 13,764a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 4,739a | 4,543a | 7,422a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 2,713a | 1,787a | 2,575.1a |
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In 2024, Littelfuse generated a total of 17,680metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 75.1% of Littelfuse's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 24.9% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, Littelfuse reported a total waste generation of 17,680 metric tonnes, of which 75.1% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Littelfuse has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2019, Littelfuse's total waste generation increased by 91.07%, including a 10.56%increase in 2024, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.a
Over the same period, Littelfuse's waste recovery rate decreased by 7.39%.a
In 2024, Littelfuse generated a total of 17,680 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 26.8% of Littelfuse'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.73.2% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2019, Littelfuse's total waste generation increased by 91.07%, including a 10.56% rise in 2024, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.a
Since 2024, Littelfuse's hazardous waste generation has increased by 5.65%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies..a
Overall, Littelfuse'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.a
In 2024, Littelfuse reported that 4,739 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 26.8% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (64.34%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Littelfuse has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a