European Industry Sector Final Consumption of Non-Renewable Waste by Country

The European industry's final consumption of non-renewable waste varied significantly across countries in 2023, with notable increases in Croatia and Lithuania at over 23% and 30% growth respectively. Conversely, Poland and the Netherlands experienced declines. Major consumers include Germany and Poland, with Germany leading consumption at over 1 million tonnes of oil equivalent. Significant year-on-year changes were observed in Hungary and Bulgaria, both exceeding 10% growth. Over the last five years, compound annual growth rates highlight fluctuating trends, emphasizing a generally mixed growth pattern across the continent.

Future trends to consider include:

• Potential shifts towards renewable alternatives due to regulatory and environmental pressures.
• Technological developments in non-renewable waste utilization and recycling that could alter consumption dynamics.
• Economic policies or incentives promoting waste reduction across key industries may further impact consumption patterns.