TOTO Ltd

Common Name
TOTO
Country
Japan
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Building Products & Equipment
Employees
33,386
Ticker
5332
Exchange
TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Toto Ltd. is a prominent player in the plumbing products and bathroom fixtures industry. Established in 1917, this Japanese company is renowned for its innovative approach to sanitary ware products, i...

TOTO Waste Data Preview

In 2024, TOTO 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 Hazardous Waste Generated
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Insights into TOTO's Waste Treatment Practices

In 2024, TOTO generated a total of 94,100 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 84.8% of TOTO's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 15.2% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.

TOTO's Waste Recovery Rate

85%

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

In 2024, TOTO reported a total waste generation of 94,100 metric tonnes, of which 84.8% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that TOTO has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management.

Has TOTO reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?

Since 2020, TOTO's total waste generation decreased by 29.93%, including a further 19.43% drop in 2024, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.

Over the same period, TOTO's waste recovery rate increased by 7.44%, but declined by 2.89% in 2024, potentially signaling volatility in waste treatment processes or shifting priorities in waste management.

Overall, TOTO’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.

TOTO’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time

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  • Total Waste Disposed
  • Total Waste Recovered

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

In 2024, TOTO generated a total of 94,100 metric tonnes of waste.

Of this amount, 1.01% of TOTO'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. 98.99% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.

TOTO’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time

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

How TOTO reduced the environmental impact of its waste?

Since 2020, TOTO's total waste generation decreased by 29.93%, with an additional 19.43% decline in 2024, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.

Over the same period, the share of hazardous waste in TOTO's total output increased by 577.92%, including a further 51.18% rise in 2024, suggesting a troubling upward shift toward more environmentally harmful waste streams that could raise compliance costs and environmental risks.

Overall, TOTO'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 TOTO treat its hazardous waste?

In 2024, TOTO reported that 950 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 1.01% of its overall waste generation.

The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Only 4.21% of hazardous waste was recovered, meaning the vast majority was treated through disposal methods such as landfilling or incineration. This raises concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with TOTO’s current hazardous waste practices.

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

Non-Hazardous WasteDisposed(14.2%)Non-Hazardous WasteRecovered(84.8%)
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