Oriental Union Chemical Corp

Common Name
Oriental Union Chemical
Country
Taiwan
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Chemicals
Employees
N/A
Ticker
1710
Exchange
TAIWAN STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Oriental Union Chemical Corporation is a major player in the chemical manufacturing industry, focusing primarily on the production and supply of ethylene oxide and ethylene glycol. These chemicals are...

Oriental Union Chemical Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Oriental Union Chemical 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.

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Total Waste Generated
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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Insights into Oriental Union Chemical's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Oriental Union Chemical generated a total of 705 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 58.1% of Oriental Union Chemical's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 41.9% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Oriental Union Chemical's Waste Recovery Rate

58%

How much of Oriental Union Chemical's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Oriental Union Chemical reported a total waste generation of 705 metric tonnes, of which 58.1% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Oriental Union Chemical is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

Has Oriental Union Chemical reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2021, Oriental Union Chemical's total waste generation remained relatively flat, but increased by 10.08% in 2023 , potentially signaling a short-term operational expansion or reduced focus on waste prevention.

Over the same period, Oriental Union Chemical's waste recovery rate increased by 116.21%, including a 17.36% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.

Overall, Oriental Union Chemical’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.

Oriental Union Chemical’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

Insights into Oriental Union Chemical’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Oriental Union Chemical generated a total of 705 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 0% of Oriental Union Chemical'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. 100% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Oriental Union Chemical’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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  • Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
  • Total Hazardous Waste Generated

How Oriental Union Chemical reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2021, Oriental Union Chemical's total waste generation remained relatively stable, but increased by 10.08% in 2023 , potentially indicating a short-term uptick in output or weakened controls over material efficiency.

Over the same period, Oriental Union Chemical maintained relatively stable levels of hazardous waste in the long run, but saw a 9.15% drop in 2023, potentially signaling the beginning of a positive downward trend.

Overall, Oriental Union Chemical recently increased its waste volume, but made progress in lowering hazardousness, suggesting that new measures may be targeting environmental risk even as overall output grows.

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