In 2023, Luxembourg led with 54.82 kg per capita of recovered glass packaging waste, followed by Liechtenstein (51.39 kg) and Italy (38.75 kg). The country with the lowest rate was Greece (3.11 kg). Noteworthy variations include strong growth in Malta (5.72%), Poland (6.54%), and Estonia (6.29%), while Luxembourg (-0.4%) and Greece (-0.57%) experienced declines. Future trends to watch include Poland's steady growth and the impact of new recycling policies within EU member states.
Monitoring the adoption of circular economy principles and advancements in recycling technologies will be crucial. Countries like Poland and Estonia are set to continue significant growth, driven by policy changes and increased public awareness. Conversely, nations with declining trends must innovate to avoid falling behind in sustainability efforts.
Top countries in Recovered Glass Packaging Waste by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Luxembourg | 54.82 | 2023 | +0.036% | -0.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Liechtenstein | 51.39 | 2023 | +4.58% | +5.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 38.75 | 2023 | +2.43% | +4.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 34.48 | 2023 | +0.55% | +1.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 34.26 | 2023 | +0.12% | -1.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 33.22 | 2023 | +2.91% | +4.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 30.53 | 2023 | +0.83% | +0.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 30.1 | 2023 | +1.21% | +1.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 29.63 | 2023 | -0.3% | +0.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 28.68 | 2023 | +5.48% | +4.93% | View data |
