In 2024, Toray Industries 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.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 158,292a | 135,200a | 171,300a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 127,334a | 106,300a | 138,100a | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 4,062a | 3,800a | 2,900a | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 30,889.946a | N/A | N/A |
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In 2024, Toray Industries generated a total of 158,292metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 80.44% of Toray Industries's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 19.56% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2024, Toray Industries reported a total waste generation of 158,292 metric tonnes, of which 80.44% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This high recovery rate suggests that Toray Industries has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.a
Since 2021, Toray Industries's total waste generation decreased by 9.34%, yet rose by 17.08% in 2024, potentially indicating a temporary operational shift or inconsistency in waste management outcomes.a
Over the same period, Toray Industries's waste recovery rate increased by 1.34%, including a 2.31% rise in 2024, indicating growing emphasis on circularity and improved operational practices for diverting waste from disposal.a
Overall, Toray Industries has reduced its waste footprint over time and continues to strengthen its recovery efforts, despite a recent uptick in waste output. This may reflect short-term operational shifts rather than a long-term reversal.
In 2024, Toray Industries generated a total of 158,292 metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 2.57% of Toray Industries'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.97.41% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.a
Since 2021, Toray Industries's total waste generation fell by 9.34%, but rose by 17.08% in 2024, potentially reflecting a temporary surge in activity or inconsistency in waste control strategies.a
Over the same period, Toray Industries reduced the hazardousness of its waste by 12.15%, with a further 8.7% decline in 2024, suggesting a sustained and meaningful shift toward safer waste profiles and lower environmental impact.a
Overall, Toray Industries'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.a
In 2024, Toray Industries reported that 4,062 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 2.57% of its overall waste generation.a
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods.A majority (98.3%) was diverted from disposal through recovery-oriented treatments such as recycling or reuse. This suggests that Toray Industries has established processes to reduce the environmental burden of its most harmful waste streams.a