In 2023, Slovenia leads with the highest recovery of IT hardware waste among European countries, followed closely by Spain and Finland. Notable increases were observed in Romania and Slovenia. Conversely, Greece, Belgium, and Malta saw the most significant declines. With a varied year-on-year change across nations, many countries remain slightly stagnant, while others like Poland demonstrate robust improvement.
Going forward, the focus on sustainable practices and enhanced recycling technology will influence the recovery rates. Countries with decreasing trends might prioritize interventions to boost recovery efforts, while leaders may innovate for maximum efficiency.
Top countries in IT Hardware Waste Recovered by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovenia | 104.3 | 2023 | +1.26% | +2.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 99.8 | 2023 | +0.91% | +0.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 99.4 | 2023 | +0.71% | +0.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 98.9 | 2023 | +0.3% | +0.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iceland | 98.8 | 2023 | +1.86% | +1.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 97.1 | 2023 | +0.52% | +0.54% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 95.5 | 2023 | +3.13% | +1.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 95.2 | 2023 | +0.63% | +0.53% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 94.5 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 94.3 | 2023 | +0.11% | +0.11% | View data |
