In 2023, Murata Manufacturing 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 | 71,000a | 86,000a | 102,000a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 70,000a | 84,000a | 98,200a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 24,000a | 27,000a | 33,000a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 760a | 1,190a | 2,480a |
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In 2023, Murata Manufacturing generated a total of 71,000metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 98.59% of Murata Manufacturing's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 1.41% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Murata Manufacturing reported a total waste generation of 71,000 metric tonnes, of which 98.59% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Murata Manufacturing has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2019, Murata Manufacturing's total waste generation decreased by 34.26%, including a further 17.44% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Murata Manufacturing's waste recovery rate increased by 2.38%, while holding steady in 2023, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.a
Overall, Murata Manufacturing’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, Murata Manufacturing generated a total of 71,000 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 33.8% of Murata Manufacturing'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.66.2% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2019, Murata Manufacturing's total waste generation decreased by 34.26%, with an additional 17.44% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste decreased by 29.79%, yet rose by 7.67% in 2023, potentially signaling operational variability, temporary setbacks, or less effective hazardous waste mitigation in the short term.a
Overall, Murata Manufacturing'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 2023, Murata Manufacturing reported that 24,000 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 33.8% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (99%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Murata Manufacturing has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a