As of 2023, the United Kingdom leads European municipal waste incineration with a substantial figure of 1.07 million metric tons. Germany follows with 0.592 million metric tons. Italy has shown a notable year-on-year increase of 29.4%, while France and Poland have observed declines at -9.6% and -0.21%, respectively. Smaller nations like Finland and Slovenia have seen sharp growth, particularly Finland at 43.1% and Slovenia at 24.57%. The Czech Republic faces a decrease at -4.36%, indicating potential capacity or policy shifts.
Future trends will likely focus on increasing efficiency and environmental impacts. As waste management policies evolve, countries with declining trends might initiate advancements in technology or policy shifts. Conversely, nations with growing incineration rates may need to balance expansion with sustainability considerations.
Top countries in Municipal Waste Incineration by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 1,070 | 2023 | +4.38% | +5.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 592 | 2021 | -3.9% | -24.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 208 | 2023 | +4.48% | +29.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 171 | 2023 | +2.72% | -0.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 84 | 2021 | 0% | -2.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 48 | 2023 | -20% | -9.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 21 | 2023 | +10.53% | +24.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 6 | 2023 | +11.11% | -1.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 6 | 2023 | +28.57% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 6 | 2023 | 0% | +43.1% | View data |
