In 2023, Spain led with a waste management expenditure of 3.89 billion euros, showing a year-on-year growth of 1.78%. Germany followed at 2.37 billion euros, experiencing a modest decline of 0.2%. Belgium, Greece, and Portugal each posted growth at 0.86%, 0.5%, and 1.04%, respectively. Conversely, Latvia surged by 1.8%, while Slovenia and Lithuania saw declines of 5.11% and 0.83%.
Noteworthy future trends include:
- Spain and Latvia's growth momentum could continue, driven by increased public sector investments.
- Germany may focus on sustainable solutions to reverse its downward trend.
- Declines in Slovenia and Lithuania need strategic interventions to stabilize expenditure.
Top countries in Internal Current Expenditure in Waste Management in All Activities by the Public Sector by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 3,890 | 2023 | +1.51% | +1.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 2,370 | 2023 | -0.13% | -0.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 1,610 | 2023 | +1.14% | +0.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 405 | 2023 | +0.75% | +0.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 344.8 | 2023 | +1.03% | +1.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 77.4 | 2023 | +1.98% | +1.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 16.5 | 2023 | +0.61% | -0.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 4 | 2023 | -2.44% | -5.11% | View data |