In 2023, the UK saw actual non-renewable municipal waste gross inland consumption at 61.5 thousand terajoules. Forecasts for 2024 to 2028 predict a steady annual increase from 64.0 to 74.34 thousand terajoules, indicating a yearly average growth (CAGR) of approximately 4.36%. This suggests a consistent upward trend in non-renewable waste consumption in the near future.
Future trends to monitor:
- Government policies on waste management and sustainability.
- Technological advancements in recycling and waste conversion.
- Shifts in public and corporate sustainability initiatives.
- Potential impact of economic fluctuation on waste production levels.
