Siltronic AG

Common Name
Siltronic
Country
Germany
Sector
Technology
Industry
Semiconductors
Employees
4,400
Ticker
WAF
Exchange
XETRA
Description
Siltronic AG is a leading global manufacturer specializing in high-quality silicon wafers. These silicon wafers are critical components in the semiconductor industry, serving as the foundation for int...

Siltronic Waste Data Preview

In 2023, Siltronic 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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Total Hazardous Waste Generated
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Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed
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Insights into Siltronic's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2023, Siltronic generated a total of 16,572 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 71.2% of Siltronic's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 28.8% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

Siltronic's Waste Recovery Rate

71%

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

In 2023, Siltronic reported a total waste generation of 16,572 metric tonnes, of which 71.2% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Siltronic is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.

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

In 2023, Siltronic generated a total of 16,572 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 57.02% of Siltronic'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. 42.97% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

How does Siltronic treat its hazardous waste?

In 2023, Siltronic reported that 9,450 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 57.02% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. A majority (54.75%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Siltronic has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.

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

Hazardous WasteDisposed(25.8%)Hazardous WasteRecovered(31.2%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(40.0%)
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