Total volume of toxic waste produced this year (tons) 

     In 2024, toxic waste generated at National Chiayi University primarily originated from departmental laboratories, including discarded hazardous chemical reagents, waste liquids, contaminated glassware, and used containers from experimental processes. All toxic waste is carefully collected, recorded, and temporarily stored in designated hazardous waste storage rooms at each campus in accordance with national safety and environmental protection regulations.  The Environmental Protection and Safety Management Center supervises the entire management process—from initial labeling, temporary storage, and inventory registration to final transfer. Certified contractors licensed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are commissioned for transportation and final disposal, ensuring full legal compliance and traceability.  Throughout 2024, the total volume of toxic waste produced across all campuses amounted to 7.284 tons, as illustrated in the accompanying figure. NCYU continues to strengthen waste minimization through chemical substitution, micro-scale experimental design, and centralized collection systems, aiming to further reduce hazardous waste generation at the source.

     These practices align with SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) and SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) by ensuring the safe handling of hazardous substances and minimizing environmental impacts.