In 2023, Motorola Solutions 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 | 2020-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 1,821a | 1,908a | 1,450a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 894a | 934.92a | 609a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 18.21a | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2023, Motorola Solutions generated a total of 1,821metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 49.09% of Motorola Solutions's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 50.91% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Motorola Solutions reported a total waste generation of 1,821 metric tonnes, of which 49.09% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Motorola Solutions is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2021, Motorola Solutions's total waste generation increased by 25.59%, but declined by 4.56% in the year 2023, suggesting a potential shift toward more efficient material use or the early impact of waste reduction strategies.a
Over the same period, Motorola Solutions's waste recovery rate increased by 16.89%, while holding steady in 2023, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.a
Overall, Motorola Solutions’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.
In 2023, Motorola Solutions generated a total of 1,821 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 1% of Motorola Solutions'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% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Motorola Solutions's total waste generation rose by 25.59%, but dropped by 4.56% in 2023, indicating a possible turning point driven by improved waste-reduction practices or production slowdowns.a
Overall, Motorola Solutions'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