In 2023, Nitto Denko 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 | 119,000a | 145,000a | 144,000a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 88,000a | 122,000a | 119,000a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 23,000a | 31,000a | 35,000a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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In 2023, Nitto Denko generated a total of 119,000metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 73.95% of Nitto Denko's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 26.89% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2023, Nitto Denko reported a total waste generation of 119,000 metric tonnes, of which 73.95% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This moderate level of recovery indicates that Nitto Denko is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.a
Since 2020, Nitto Denko's total waste generation decreased by 7.75%, including a further 17.93% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.a
Over the same period, Nitto Denko's waste recovery rate declined by 10.85%, with a further 12.11% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.a
Overall, while Nitto Denko has successfully reduced its total waste generation, its waste recovery efforts have also declined. This pattern could suggest a shift in strategy away from circular treatment methods or a lag in recovery infrastructure development.
In 2023, Nitto Denko generated a total of 119,000 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 19.33% of Nitto Denko'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.80.67% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2020, Nitto Denko's total waste generation decreased by 7.75%, with an additional 17.93% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.a
Over the same period, Nitto Denko reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 7.66%, with a further 9.6% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Nitto Denko has made consistent and substantial progress in reducing both the quantity and the danger of its waste, highlighting a strong, well-executed waste strategy focused on minimizing environmental impact.a