The data indicates Iceland leads in medical device waste recycled per capita at 0.24 kg, followed by Norway and Germany. France shows the most significant year-on-year growth at 8.45%, while Poland experienced substantial improvement at 14.87%. Ireland saw a decline of 12.94%, and most countries reported stagnation. Over the past five years, trends indicate varied recycling efforts across Europe with moderate increases in some regions alongside static values in others.
Looking ahead, watch for advancements in technology, regulatory changes, and public awareness campaigns that may drive higher recycling rates. Countries with stagnation could benefit from adopting best practices from leading nations like Iceland.
Top countries in Medical Devices Waste Recycled and Prepared for Reuse by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 0.24 | 2023 | +4.35% | +7.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 0.12 | 2023 | 0% | +5.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 0.07 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovenia | 0.06 | 2023 | 0% | +3.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 0.06 | 2023 | +20% | +8.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 0.05 | 2023 | 0% | +4.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 0.04 | 2023 | 0% | +5.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 0.04 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 0.03 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Malta | 0.02 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
