The employment in the Waste Collection Sector in Denmark has experienced a significant decline between 2013 and 2023, starting at 2.04 thousand FTEs (Full Time Equivalent) in 2013 and dropping to 1.16 thousand FTEs in 2023. The sector displayed varied year-on-year changes: a notable increase of 52.45% in 2014 was followed by mostly negative fluctuations, particularly severe declines in recent years, with -46.22% in 2021, -12.98% in 2022, and -14.7% in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years indicates a significant annual decrease of -17.52%.
Looking forward, the sector is forecasted to undergo dramatic contractions, with employment expected to fall to 0.186 thousand FTEs by 2028. The future 5-year CAGR is projected at -28.01%, reflecting an 80.67% reduction in employment levels.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in waste collection, increased automation, and regulatory changes affecting labor demand. These factors could further influence employment dynamics in the sector.
