The forecast for municipal waste disposed to landfill in Australia shows a steady decline from 6.16 million metric tons in 2024 to 6.05 million metric tons in 2028. In 2023, the disposal value stood at 6.18 million metric tons. Year-on-year variations show minor reductions of approximately 0.5% annually over the period. Analyzing the CAGR over the last five years, we observe an average annual decrease of around 0.6%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increased recycling initiatives and waste segregation policies.
- Technological advancements in waste treatment that could further reduce landfill dependencies.
- Potential regulatory changes aimed at minimizing landfill waste could accelerate the decline trend beyond current forecasts.
