In 2025, Merck KGaA 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) | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 152,959a | 161,143a |
Total Waste Recovered | 106,740a | 115,326a |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 65,395a | 64,264a |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 18,898a | 16,269a |
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In 2025, Merck KGaA generated a total of 152,959metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 69.78% of Merck KGaA's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 30.22% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, Merck KGaA reported a total waste generation of 152,959 metric tonnes, of which 69.78% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Merck KGaA is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2025, Merck KGaA's total waste generation has decreased by 5.08%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.a
Over the same period, Merck KGaA's waste recovery rate decreased by 2.49%.a
In 2025, Merck KGaA generated a total of 152,959 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 42.75% of Merck KGaA'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.57.25% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2025, Merck KGaA's total waste generation has decreased by 5.08%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.a
Overall, Merck KGaA'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 2025, Merck KGaA reported that 65,395 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 42.75% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (58.22%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Merck KGaA has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a