European Total Waste Extra-EU28 Imports by Country

In 2023, European Total Waste Extra-EU28 imports showed notable variations across countries. Germany remained the leading importer, despite a slight decrease. The Netherlands and Greece saw significant increases, at 3.89% and 4.96% respectively. Italy experienced the sharpest decline at 4.96%, while France followed with a decrease of 7.94%. Ireland, however, showed a substantial growth of 9.45%, reflecting an increasing trend in waste imports. Smaller countries like Latvia and Cyprus faced steep declines over 20%.

Future trends to watch include the growing importation needs of economies like Poland and Greece, potential recovery in Italy and France, and the influence of environmental policies on waste import patterns. Additionally, the evolution of sustainability trends and recycling technology will significantly shape future waste import statistics.