Qualcomm Inc
Qualcomm Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Qualcomm 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 Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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Insights into Qualcomm's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Qualcomm generated a total of 7,492 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 51.71% of Qualcomm's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 48.3% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Qualcomm's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Qualcomm's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Qualcomm reported a total waste generation of 7,492 metric tonnes, of which 51.71% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Qualcomm is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Qualcomm reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Qualcomm's total waste generation increased by 116.59%, including a 95.31% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.
Over the same period, Qualcomm's waste recovery rate increased by 3.81%, but declined by 6.04% in 2023, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.
Overall, Qualcomm’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.
Qualcomm’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Qualcomm’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Qualcomm generated a total of 7,492 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 11.48% of Qualcomm'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. 88.52% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Qualcomm’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Qualcomm reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Qualcomm's total waste generation increased by 116.59%, including a 95.31% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems.
Over the same period, Qualcomm reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 61.23%, with a further 60.54% decline in 2023, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.
Overall, Qualcomm is generating more waste but has significantly reduced the share of hazardous materials, suggesting a partial decoupling of volume and toxicity that could reflect more responsible inputs or enhanced treatment.
How does Qualcomm treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Qualcomm reported that 860 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 11.48% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (61.86%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Qualcomm has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.