In 2023, France led Europe in recycling and preparing toys, leisure, and sports equipment waste with 7.46 thousand metric tons, followed by Germany with 6.55 thousand metric tons. Poland and Ireland showed significant growth, with year-on-year increases of 9.67% and 8.13%, respectively. In contrast, Cyprus saw the most substantial decline at -19.73%. Over the past five years, robust recycling efforts were evident through positive compound annual growth rates, particularly in Eastern European countries like Hungary and Slovakia. Western nations like Denmark and Greece faced challenges, experiencing decreases in waste recycling efforts.
Future trends in European waste recycling for this sector indicate potential growth in Eastern Europe due to increasing awareness and policy enforcement, while technological innovations could enhance efficiency across the region. Watch for the impact of new regulations, the adoption of circular economy practices, and cross-border collaboration initiatives aimed at improving recycling rates further.
- France: Leading the region in recycling volume.
- Poland & Ireland: Notable recent increases in recycling growth.
- Cyprus: Experiencing challenges in maintaining recycling volumes.
- Future Focus: Technology and policy advancements may drive further improvements.
Top countries in Toys, Leisure and Sports Equipment Waste Recycled and Prepared for Reuse by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 7,460 | 2023 | +5.75% | +2.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 6,550 | 2023 | +1.77% | +1.62% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 2,520 | 2023 | +2.35% | +5.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 2,060 | 2023 | +0.44% | +1.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1,750 | 2023 | +0.17% | +9.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 795 | 2023 | +3.52% | -0.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 784 | 2023 | +2.75% | +3.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 624 | 2023 | +2.46% | +3.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 589 | 2023 | +3.15% | +1.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 582 | 2023 | +1.39% | +3.08% | View data |
