Mitsui & Co Ltd
Mitsui & Co Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Mitsui & Co 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 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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 Mitsui & Co's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Mitsui & Co generated a total of 280 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 91.6% of Mitsui & Co's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 8.4% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Mitsui & Co's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Mitsui & Co's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Mitsui & Co reported a total waste generation of 280 metric tonnes, of which 91.6% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Mitsui & Co has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.
Has Mitsui & Co reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Mitsui & Co's total waste generation decreased by 70.71%, including a further 10.83% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, Mitsui & Co's waste recovery rate increased by 7.01%, but declined by 2.35% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.
Overall, Mitsui & Co’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.
Mitsui & Co’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Mitsui & Co’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Mitsui & Co generated a total of 280 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 0.14% of Mitsui & Co'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. 99.86% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Mitsui & Co’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Mitsui & Co reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Mitsui & Co's total waste generation decreased by 70.71%, with an additional 10.83% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.
Over the same period, Mitsui & Co saw a long-term increase of 241.43% in hazardous waste share, but a 10.29% reduction in 2023, indicating a recent improvement that may reflect updated production inputs, enhanced treatment, or stricter controls.
Overall, while Mitsui & Co 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.