In 2023, the final consumption of non-renewable municipal waste in the UK was at 6.09 thousand terajoules. The forecasted data indicates a steady increase over the next five years: 6.21 in 2025, 6.32 in 2026, 6.43 in 2027, reaching 6.53 thousand terajoules by 2028. This upward trend signals a consistent annual growth rate of approximately 2% year-on-year.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in waste-to-energy conversion, policy shifts towards renewable energy sources, and potential changes in municipal waste management practices that could impact the consumption rates of non-renewable waste. Monitoring these factors will be critical in adjusting future forecasts.
