In 2023, Japan leads in municipal waste incineration, with 80.44% of treated waste, followed by Finland at 65.87% and Estonia at 56.37%. Key year-on-year variations indicate strong growth in Latvia (11.13%), Lithuania (8.03%), and Slovenia (7.8%). The United Kingdom and Luxembourg also saw substantial increases, with 5.76% and 5.82% growth, respectively. Conversely, Switzerland and Denmark witnessed declines at -0.4% and -1.05%. Notable positive trends were observed in Poland, Estonia, and the Czech Republic. France and Switzerland had negative trends.
Looking ahead, expect variations due to environmental regulations and technological advancements. Countries heavily reliant on incineration may shift towards sustainable waste management solutions, impacting future incinerated waste percentages.
Top countries in Municipal Waste Incinerated by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Treated Waste | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 80.44 | 2023 | +0.3% | +0.37% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 65.87 | 2023 | +3.29% | +2.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 56.37 | 2023 | +3.58% | +5.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 54.28 | 2023 | +0.59% | +0.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 52.26 | 2023 | +0.83% | +0.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 51.55 | 2023 | +4.52% | +5.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 46.56 | 2023 | -0.28% | -0.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 46.31 | 2023 | -0.88% | -1.05% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 43.92 | 2023 | +0.83% | +5.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 42.03 | 2023 | +1.57% | +1.4% | View data |
