In 2023, McDonald's Japan 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 |
|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 160,100a |
Total Waste Recovered | 34,231.4a |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 125,868.6a |
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In 2023, McDonald's Japan generated a total of 160,100metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 21.38% of McDonald's Japan's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 78.62% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, McDonald's Japan reported a total waste generation of 160,100 metric tonnes, of which 21.38% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that McDonald's Japan may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a