Perrigo Company PLC

Common Name
Perrigo
Country
Ireland
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic
Employees
8,379
Ticker
PRGO
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
Perrigo Company plc is a leading global provider in the pharmaceutical industry, primarily focused on manufacturing and distributing over-the-counter (OTC) consumer healthcare products. As a prominent...

Perrigo Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Perrigo 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 Waste Recovered
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Insights into Perrigo's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Perrigo generated a total of 14,306 metric tonnes of waste. a

Of this amount, 65.92% of Perrigo's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 34.08% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a

Perrigo's Waste Recovery Rate

66%

How much of Perrigo's waste is recycled or recovered?

In 2023, Perrigo reported a total waste generation of 14,306 metric tonnes, of which 65.92% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Perrigo is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts. a

Insights into Perrigo’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste

In 2023, Perrigo generated a total of 14,306 metric tonnes of waste. a

Of this amount, 6.54% of Perrigo'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. 93.46% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a

How does Perrigo treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Perrigo reported that 936 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 6.54% of its overall waste generation. a

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Only 1.3% of hazardous waste was recovered, meaning the vast majority was treated through disposal methods such as landfilling or incineration. This raises concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with Perrigo’s current hazardous waste practices. a

Breakdown of Perrigo's Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste by Treatment Method

Hazardous WasteDisposed(6.5%)Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(27.6%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(65.8%)
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