In 2023, the volume of electrical and electronic tools waste recycled and prepared for reuse in Germany stood at 0.36 kilograms per capita. The forecasted data for 2024 shows a slight increase to 0.37 kilograms per capita, continuing at this level in 2025 before rising to 0.38 in 2026, 0.39 in 2027, and reaching 0.40 kilograms per capita in 2028.
- **2024-2025**: The year-on-year variation remains stable with no significant change.
- **2025-2026**: There is an increase of approximately 2.7%.
- **2026-2027**: The year-on-year variation shows another 2.7% increase.
- **2027-2028**: The trend continues with a further rise of 2.6%.
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 reflects an average annual increase of approximately 2.6%.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in recycling technologies, the impact of stricter environmental regulations, and shifts in consumer behavior towards increased recycling and reuse. Such factors could further accelerate growth in recycled electrical and electronic tools waste volume in Germany.
