Unisem (M) Bhd
Unisem (M) Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Unisem (M) 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 - 2017 |
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Total Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Waste Recovered | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | 0000000 |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 0000000 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Unisem (M)'s Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Unisem (M) generated a total of 1,474 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 49.66% of Unisem (M)'s total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 50.34% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Unisem (M)'s Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Unisem (M)'s waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Unisem (M) reported a total waste generation of 1,474 metric tonnes, of which 49.66% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Unisem (M) is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Unisem (M) reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2021, Unisem (M)'s total waste generation decreased by 12.1%, including a further 24.56% drop in 2023, highlighting a consistent and deliberate reduction in waste production over time.
Over the same period, Unisem (M)'s waste recovery rate declined by 10.64%, with a further 7.05% drop in 2023, underscoring a weakening in waste diversion performance and a potential drift away from circular waste strategies.
Overall, while Unisem (M) has successfully reduced its total waste generation, its waste recovery efforts have also declined. This pattern could suggest a shift in strategy away from circular treatment methods or a lag in recovery infrastructure development.
Unisem (M)’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Unisem (M)’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Unisem (M) generated a total of 1,474 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 41.93% of Unisem (M)'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. 58.07% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Unisem (M)’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Unisem (M) reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2021, Unisem (M)'s total waste generation decreased by 12.1%, with an additional 24.56% decline in 2023, suggesting a consistent and deliberate effort to minimize waste generation at the source.
Overall, Unisem (M)'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 Unisem (M) treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Unisem (M) reported that 618 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 41.93% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 49.19% was managed through recovery methods, indicating a moderate integration of circular practices into its hazardous waste management. However, a significant share was still directed toward disposal, highlighting room for improvement in reducing the long-term impact of hazardous materials.