European Total Waste Collected from Households by Country

The data for 2023 shows Liechtenstein with the highest household waste collected, at 19.05 kilograms per capita, significantly above the European average. Followed by Austria and the United Kingdom, both exceeding 15 kilograms. Conversely, Romania has the least waste per capita, with just 3.1 kilograms. Over the past year, Iceland exhibited the highest increase in waste at 5.03%, contrasting with Denmark’s slight reduction at -0.81%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate illustrates varied trends with countries like Liechtenstein and Croatia showing substantial increases, while others like Portugal have seen declines.

Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include increasing waste reduction efforts through recycling and sustainability initiatives, influenced by stricter EU regulations. Technological advancements in waste management, and the circular economy models' adoption may further impact waste collection volumes. Political and environmental policies will play a pivotal role in shaping these trends across Europe.