In 2023, Germany and the United Kingdom led in IT hardware waste recovery, contributing significantly to the total volume in Europe. France and Italy showed substantial year-on-year recoveries, reflecting their proactive waste management policies. In contrast, countries like Norway experienced declines. Over the last two years, Italy showed the most considerable positive change, while some Nordic countries faced reductions. Over the past five years, trends indicated a steady growth in Eastern European countries like Poland and the Czech Republic, aligned with regional developments in waste management.
Future trends to watch include:
- Investment in recycling technologies, which could shift recovery rates upward.
- Legislation impacts, as strict policies may foster improved waste recovery.
- Regional collaboration, particularly in Eastern Europe, could drive growth.
Top countries in IT Hardware Waste Recovered by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 119,120 | 2023 | -0.39% | -0.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 117,080 | 2023 | +0.1% | +0.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 107,000 | 2023 | +3.71% | +4.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 64,340 | 2023 | +4.48% | +9.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 36,150 | 2023 | +3.92% | +2.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 32,420 | 2023 | +2.23% | +2.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 24,030 | 2023 | +3.76% | +5.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 20,150 | 2023 | +2.27% | +3.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 19,640 | 2023 | -0.83% | -0.72% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 19,010 | 2023 | +1.63% | +1.64% | View data |
