In 2023, the final consumption of non-renewable municipal waste has seen varied changes among European nations. France tops the list with a significant 16.06% increase. Poland and Slovakia experienced notable growth at 50.66% and 127.73%, respectively, indicating strong reliance on non-renewable waste. In contrast, the Netherlands and Denmark showed declines, with -1.69% and -2.03% reductions, respectively. Stability was observed in Finland and the Czech Republic, while Spain's consumption slightly increased by 7.66%. The growth across the last 5 years indicates an ongoing reliance on this energy source despite the shifts toward renewable alternatives.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of heightened sustainability efforts and regulations across Europe, which could further decrease non-renewable waste consumption. Growth in innovative waste-to-energy technologies might influence these shares, as countries aim to balance energy needs with carbon neutrality goals. Monitoring Poland and Slovakia’s significant growth can also offer insights into evolving industrial and energy policies in Eastern Europe.
Top countries in Commercial and Public Services Final Consumption of Non-Renewable Municipal Waste Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 43.46 | 2023 | +8.54% | +16.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 15.74 | 2023 | +1.67% | +1.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 12.87 | 2023 | +0.67% | -1.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 6.54 | 2023 | +2.38% | +1.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6.21 | 2023 | +14.74% | +50.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 5.29 | 2023 | +2.58% | +0.067% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 4.08 | 2023 | +4.7% | +127.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 2.37 | 2023 | +2.28% | -2.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.13 | 2023 | +2.63% | +7.66% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 0.9 | 2023 | +2.75% | +1.19% | View data |
