Over the period from 2013 to 2023, the recycled plastic packaging waste in Denmark has shown a significant upward trend, rising from 55.28 thousand metric tons to 92.73 thousand metric tons. This represents an overall positive development, despite some years experiencing fluctuations. Major variations include a notable decline in 2020 by nearly 40%, which was counterbalanced by a strong recovery in subsequent years, leading up to 2023 at 11.27% year-on-year growth. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 3.56%.
Looking forward from 2024 to 2028, the forecast indicates a continued steady increase in recycled plastic packaging waste, with a projected CAGR of 1.77% and a five-year growth rate of 9.19%. The volume is expected to reach 103.69 thousand metric tons by 2028. Monitoring factors such as technological advancements in recycling processes, evolving regulations, and consumer behavior towards sustainability will be crucial in understanding future trends in this sector.
