The analysis of European Non-Renewable Industrial Waste Imports highlights Hungary as the largest importer with 98.84 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, showing a significant year-on-year increase of 20.09% in 2023. Portugal follows with 33.53, up by 1.58%, while Slovakia, with 13.46, increased by 6.57%. Latvia's imports grew by 3.62% to reach 6.9, whereas Cyprus and Estonia saw no growth, remaining minor players. Over the past five years, these countries showed varied compound annual growth rates, reflecting diverse industrial waste management strategies.
Future trends to watch include potential regulatory changes impacting imports, advancements in waste processing technology, and shifts in industrial production that may alter the waste import landscape across Europe.
Top countries in Non-Renewable Industrial Waste Imports by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Hungary | 98.84 | 2023 | +23.54% | +20.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 33.53 | 2023 | -1.67% | +1.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 13.46 | 2023 | +2.81% | +6.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Latvia | 6.9 | 2023 | +2.85% | +3.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Cyprus | 0.41 | 2023 | +2.77% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 0.39 | 2023 | +4.32% | View data |
