The forecast for Italy's inland consumption of non-renewable municipal waste indicates a steady decline from 33.65 thousand terajoules in 2024 to 32.81 thousand terajoules by 2028. Compared to 2023, which recorded a slightly higher figure, this continuous reduction points to a strategic shift towards more sustainable waste management practices.
Year-on-year data exhibit marginal decreases: 2025 is projected to reduce by 0.65%, followed by reductions of 0.63%, 0.63%, and 0.61% by 2026, 2027, and 2028, respectively. Over these five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reveals a consistent downward trend at an average annual decrease of 0.62%.
Future trends to watch include advancements in recycling technologies, policy shifts towards stricter regulations on waste management, and Italy's potential move towards increased energy recovery from waste, which could impact future consumption patterns and drive further reductions in non-renewable waste consumption.
