The analysis of European Waste Collection Hours Worked reveals significant variations across countries in 2023 and forecasts for 2024. Germany leads with the highest hours worked, followed by Italy and Spain, while countries like Cyprus and Luxembourg reflect much lower numbers. Over 2023, Germany, Croatia, and Portugal experienced the most substantial growth rates, with increases over 6%. Conversely, countries like Belgium and Ireland saw declines in hours worked, suggesting potential shifts in waste management strategies or efficiencies.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements impacting efficiency and thereby reducing hours needed.
- Policy changes influencing waste management practices and labor needs across Europe.
- Environmental sustainability goals potentially driving shifts in hours worked due to increased recycling and waste reduction efforts.
Top countries in Waste Collection Hours Worked by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 212,230,000 | 2023 | +4.13% | +6.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 173,580,000 | 2023 | +1.86% | +2.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 148,810,000 | 2023 | +6.22% | +5.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 85,240,000 | 2023 | +2.37% | +2.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 67,690,000 | 2023 | +1.55% | +2.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 45,500,000 | 2023 | +6.05% | +7.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 37,846,000 | 2023 | +1.04% | -0.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 27,908,000 | 2023 | +8.71% | +2.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 20,502,000 | 2023 | -1.47% | -0.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 18,883,000 | 2023 | +1.76% | +1.82% | View data |
