Rakuten Group Inc
Rakuten Group Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Rakuten Group 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 treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
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 Rakuten Group's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Rakuten Group generated a total of 2,620 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 14.12% of Rakuten Group's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 85.88% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Rakuten Group's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Rakuten Group's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Rakuten Group reported a total waste generation of 2,620 metric tonnes, of which 14.12% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that Rakuten Group may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.
Has Rakuten Group reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, Rakuten Group's total waste generation decreased by 49.91%, including a further 22.26% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, Rakuten Group's waste recovery rate declined by 81.43%, yet improved by 447.03% in 2023, pointing to a recent rebound or renewed focus on better waste treatment outcomes.
Overall, Rakuten Group’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.
Rakuten Group’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered