Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc
Thermo Fisher Scientific Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Thermo Fisher Scientific 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) | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Thermo Fisher Scientific's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Thermo Fisher Scientific generated a total of 37,442 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 65.58% of Thermo Fisher Scientific's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 34.42% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a
Thermo Fisher Scientific's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Thermo Fisher Scientific's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Thermo Fisher Scientific reported a total waste generation of 37,442 metric tonnes, of which 65.58% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Thermo Fisher Scientific is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts. a
Has Thermo Fisher Scientific reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Thermo Fisher Scientific's total waste generation decreased by 21.03%, including a further 8.9% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time. a
Over the same period, Thermo Fisher Scientific's waste recovery rate increased by 33.49%, including a 12.45% rise in 2023, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal. a
Overall, Thermo Fisher Scientific has made measurable progress in reducing its waste generation while strengthening recovery systems. This dual improvement indicates a mature and proactive approach to environmental performance.
Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered