The 2023 data reveals that the United Kingdom leads Europe in large household appliance waste recovery, with 9.65 kg per capita, followed closely by Iceland and Austria. The top five are rounded out by France and Ireland. Year-on-year growth varies, with the fastest improvements in Malta and Liechtenstein. Conversely, Norway saw a slight decline. Over the past five years, a positive trend is noted in several countries, reflecting an increased emphasis on recycling education and policies.
Future trends to watch include:
- Innovations in recycling technologies that could improve recovery rates.
- Increasing policies and incentives supporting circular economies.
- National and EU-wide efforts to standardize and enhance electronic waste management systems.
Top countries in Large Household Appliances Waste Recovered by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 9.65 | 2023 | +3.21% | +4.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 9.28 | 2023 | +4.15% | +4.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 8.8 | 2023 | +4.14% | +3.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.02 | 2023 | +4.02% | +4.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 7.94 | 2023 | +2.72% | +1.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 7.77 | 2023 | -1.02% | -1.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 7.12 | 2023 | +2.59% | +2.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 6.42 | 2023 | +4.56% | +4.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 6.34 | 2023 | +0.32% | +1.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 6.01 | 2023 | +0.33% | +0.64% | View data |
