In 2023, Germany led non-renewable municipal waste electricity production in Europe with 24.36 terajoules, though it declined slightly by 0.71% year-on-year. The United Kingdom saw a significant increase of 5.49%, reflecting its growing reliance on this energy source. Poland and Slovakia showed the most robust growth, with Poland experiencing an 18.34% increase and Slovakia a dramatic 24.7%, driven by policy shifts and infrastructure developments.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of stricter environmental regulations on non-renewable waste usage.
- Technological advancements that could increase energy efficiency.
- Shifts in waste management practices influencing energy production capacity.
- The policy-driven transition towards renewable sources possibly limiting growth in this sector.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production from Non-Renewable Municipal Waste Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 24.36 | 2023 | +0.64% | -0.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 18.73 | 2023 | +4.41% | +5.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.56 | 2023 | +0.059% | -0.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.8 | 2023 | +0.16% | -0.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 8.19 | 2023 | +1.98% | -0.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 6.78 | 2023 | +2.28% | +1.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.55 | 2023 | +19.82% | +18.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.45 | 2023 | +0.012% | +0.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 3.39 | 2023 | +2.27% | +3.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 3.12 | 2023 | +2.56% | +0.19% | View data |
