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Mitsui & Co Ltd
Mitsui & Co's 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) | 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.  | 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 280metric tonnes of waste.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a
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.a