Western Digital Corp
Western Digital Waste Data Preview
In 2023, Western Digital 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 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 Western Digital's Waste Treatment Practices
In 2023, Western Digital generated a total of 20,177 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 61.18% of Western Digital's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 38.59% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.
Western Digital's Waste Recovery Rate
How much of Western Digital's waste is recycled or recovered?
In 2023, Western Digital reported a total waste generation of 20,177 metric tonnes, of which 61.18% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting. This moderate level of recovery indicates that Western Digital is taking steps toward improving its waste diversion practices, though there is still room to enhance recycling and recovery efforts.
Has Western Digital reduced its environmental waste footprint over time?
Since 2023, Western Digital's total waste generation has decreased by 14.2%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.
Over the same period, Western Digital's waste recovery rate decreased by 7.02%.
Western Digital’s Waste Recovery vs. Disposal Over Time
- Total Waste Disposed
- Total Waste Recovered
Insights into Western Digital’s Generation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste
In 2023, Western Digital generated a total of 20,177 metric tonnes of waste.
Of this amount, 34.16% of Western Digital'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. 65.84% was identified as non-hazardous waste, generally considered less harmful and subject to lighter regulatory controls.
Western Digital’s Hazardous vs Non-Hazardous Waste Over Time
- Total Non-Hazardous Waste Generated
- Total Hazardous Waste Generated
How Western Digital reduced the environmental impact of its waste?
Since 2023, Western Digital's total waste generation has decreased by 14.2%, suggesting improvements in operational efficiency or the early results of waste minimization strategies.
Since 2023, Western Digital's hazardous waste generation has decreased by 31.53%, suggesting a recent shift toward safer materials, improved waste handling protocols, or stronger compliance with environmental standards.
Overall, Western Digital has reduced both its total waste and hazardous waste in the last year, suggesting effective waste management practices and improved material sourcing.
How does Western Digital treat its hazardous waste?
In 2023, Western Digital reported that 6,891 metric tonnes of its total waste output were classified as hazardous. This represents 34.16% of its overall waste generation.
The company treated this hazardous waste using a combination of methods. Approximately 36.23% 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.