From 2013 to 2023, the volume of IT hardware waste treated in Belgium has demonstrated a fluctuating trend, with significant variations from year to year. The year-on-year variation ranged from a notable decline in 2015 by -14.59% to a robust increase in 2016 by 13.9%. Over the last five years leading up to 2023, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) was observed at 1.5%, indicating a moderate growth rate.
In 2023, the volume stood at 22.5 thousand metric tons. The CAGR over the next five years (2024-2028) is forecasted to be 1.27%, with a projected 6.51% overall growth rate by 2028, suggesting a slightly decelerating but steady increase in IT hardware waste treatment volumes.
The overall trend suggests a steady increase in the amount of IT hardware waste treated due to technological advancements and consumption patterns. Future trends to watch for include:
- Impact of stricter e-waste regulations and recycling mandates.
- Adoption of circular economy principles and increased recycling rates.
- Technological innovations in waste treatment and management practices.
- Increased awareness and efforts toward sustainable IT asset disposal.
