Micron Technology Inc
Micron Technology Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Micron 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.
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Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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Insights into Micron Technology's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Micron Technology generated a total of 195,564 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 77.91% of Micron Technology's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 22.09% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Micron Technology's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Micron Technology's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Micron Technology reported a total waste generation of 195,564 metric tonnes, of which 77.91% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Micron Technology has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Micron Technology reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, Micron Technology's total waste generation decreased by 1.02%, including a further 16.32% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, Micron Technology's waste recovery rate increased by 3.47%, but declined by 1.63% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.
Overall, Micron Technology’s waste generation and recovery data show a mixed and inconsistent trend. A deeper analysis of the company's activities, industry benchmarks, and operational changes is needed to assess its sustainability performance more precisely.
Micron Technology’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Micron Technology’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Micron Technology generated a total of 195,564 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 67.09% of Micron 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. 32.91% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Micron Technology’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Micron Technology reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2020, Micron Technology's total waste generation decreased by 1.02%, with an additional 16.32% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in Micron Technology's total output increased by 2.36%, including a further 4.33% rise in 2023, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.
Overall, Micron Technology'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.
How does Micron Technology treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Micron Technology reported that 131,201 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 67.09% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (75.8%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Micron Technology has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.