Trina Solar Co Ltd
Trina Solar Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Trina Solar 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) | 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.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 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 |
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Insights into Trina Solar's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Trina Solar generated a total of 211,426 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 90.17% of Trina Solar's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 9.87% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion. a
Trina Solar's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Trina Solar's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Trina Solar reported a total waste generation of 211,426 metric tonnes, of which 90.17% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This high recovery rate suggests that Trina Solar has implemented strong circular economy practices and actively prioritizes sustainable waste management. a
Has Trina Solar reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2020, Trina Solar's total waste generation increased by 7,607.84%, including a 72.65% increase in 2023, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices. a
Over the same period, Trina Solar's waste recovery rate decreased by 2.38%. a
Trina Solar’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Trina Solar’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Trina Solar generated a total of 211,426 metric tonnes of waste. a
Of this amount, 4.56% of Trina Solar'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. 95.44% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls. a
Trina Solar’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Trina Solar reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2020, Trina Solar's total waste generation increased by 7,607.84%, including a 72.65% rise in 2023, reflecting a persistent upward trend that could be linked to operational growth, inefficient material use, or limited investment in waste prevention systems. a
Since 2023, Trina Solar's hazardous waste generation has increased by 51.85%, indicating a potential rise in the use of harmful materials, process inefficiencies, or limited hazardous waste reduction strategies.. a
Overall, Trina Solar has seen a recent increase in both total waste and hazardous waste, which may indicate growing operational pressures or insufficient controls on harmful materials. a