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Merck & Co Inc
Merck & Co Inc's Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Merck & Co Inc 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.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Merck & Co Inc's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Merck & Co Inc generated a total of 74,320metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 81.69% of Merck & Co Inc's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 14.67% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.The remaining 3.64% was either treated using unspecified methods or not clearly categorized.a
Merck & Co Inc's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Merck & Co Inc's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Merck & Co Inc reported a total waste generation of 74,320 metric tonnes, of which 81.69% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Merck & Co Inc has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Has Merck & Co Inc reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2019, Merck & Co Inc's total waste generation decreased by 1.56%, including a further 10.82% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Merck & Co Inc's waste recovery rate increased by 17.35%, including a 2.1% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, Merck & Co Inc has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.
Merck & Co Inc’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Merck & Co Inc’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Merck & Co Inc generated a total of 74,320 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 53.76% of Merck & Co Inc'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.46.24% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Merck & Co Inc’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Merck & Co Inc reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2019, Merck & Co Inc's total waste generation decreased by 1.56%, with an additional 10.82% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, Merck & Co Inc saw a long-term increase of 2.31% in hazardous waste share, but a 7.7% reduction in 2023, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.a
Overall, while Merck & Co Inc is generating less waste and has made recent gains in reducing hazardousness, the long-term increase in harmful materials still casts doubt on the sustainability of its waste stream.a
How does Merck & Co Inc treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Merck & Co Inc reported that 39,957 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 53.76% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (78.96%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Merck & Co Inc has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a