Germany leads European municipal waste composting with 19.91 thousand metric tons, followed by Italy (14.2), and France (13.97). The United Kingdom, Spain, and the Netherlands also show substantial contributions, with values standing at 10.79, 7.93, and 5.1 thousand metric tons respectively. Poland and Belgium have achieved notable growth rates over the past years, with increases of 17.27% and 17.62% in 2023. Slovakia experienced the highest surge with a 21.27% increase, whereas Austria and Lithuania saw declines by -0.74% and -7.0% respectively. Future trends indicate a continued increase in composting efforts, driven by stringent EU environmental regulations and growing awareness around waste management.
Future trends to watch in the European municipal waste composting share include:
- Continued investment in composting infrastructure and technology, especially in Eastern European countries.
- Greater policy incentives and regulatory measures from the European Union aimed at reducing landfill usage and promoting composting.
- Enhanced public education and awareness programs targeting waste segregation and composting benefits.
Top countries in Municipal Waste Composting Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.91 | 2023 | +1.87% | +3.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 14.2 | 2023 | +3.69% | +3.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 13.97 | 2023 | +1.83% | +0.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10.79 | 2023 | +1.78% | +2.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.93 | 2023 | +2.93% | +2.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.1 | 2023 | +0.7% | +1.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4.22 | 2023 | +10.32% | +17.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.92 | 2023 | +7.81% | +17.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 2.97 | 2023 | +0.063% | -0.74% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 2.74 | 2023 | +2.23% | +2.47% | View data |
