Sekisui Chemical Co Ltd

Common Name
Sekisui Chemical
Country
Japan
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Conglomerates
Employees
26,929
Ticker
4204
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. is a prominent player in the materials manufacturing industry, particularly known for its innovative solutions and contributions to environmental sustainability. The company...

Sekisui Chemical Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Sekisui 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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Insights into Sekisui Chemical's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Sekisui Chemical generated a total of 64,943 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 89.26% of Sekisui Chemical's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 10.74% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Sekisui Chemical's Waste Recovery Rate

89%

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

In 2023, Sekisui Chemical reported a total waste generation of 64,943 metric tonnes, of which 89.26% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Sekisui Chemical has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.

Has Sekisui Chemical reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2018, Sekisui Chemical's total waste generation decreased by 14.83%, including a further 8.76% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.

Over the same period, Sekisui Chemical's waste recovery rate increased by 3.87%, while holding steady in 2023, suggesting past gains in recovery performance have stabilized.

Overall, Sekisui 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.

Sekisui Chemical’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

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

In 2023, Sekisui Chemical generated a total of 64,943 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 8.72% of Sekisui 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. 91.28% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

Sekisui Chemical’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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

How Sekisui Chemical reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2018, Sekisui Chemical's total waste generation decreased by 14.83%, with an additional 8.76% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.

Overall, Sekisui Chemical's waste and hazardousness trends are mixed or inconclusive. A more detailed review of its materials, industry standards, and operational changes would help clarify the net environmental impact of its waste strategy.

How does Sekisui Chemical treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Sekisui Chemical reported that 5,661 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 8.72% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 11.8% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.

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

Hazardous WasteDisposed(7.7%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(88.2%)
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