In 2023, Germany leads in non-renewable industrial waste consumption in Europe, with Poland and France following. Germany experienced a slight decline, while Romania showed significant growth. Italy, France, and Bulgaria also noted increases, contrasting with minor declines in Austria and the Netherlands. Notably, Lithuania saw the highest increase, reflecting a substantial change in waste consumption behaviors. Overall, the consumption patterns reveal a mix of slight increases and moderate declines across countries.
Future trends to watch include the impact of policy changes on waste trends, the increasing focus on renewable alternatives, and the potential changes in industrial processes that aim to reduce waste generation. Environmental sustainability efforts and technological advancements are likely to influence future consumption patterns significantly.
Top countries in Non-Renewable Industrial Waste Final Consumption in Industry by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 29,100 | 2023 | +0.01% | -1.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 25,620 | 2023 | +2.63% | -0.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 17,090 | 2023 | +7.16% | +2.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 15,660 | 2023 | +12.67% | +17.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 11,990 | 2023 | +3.43% | +2.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 11,960 | 2023 | +2.18% | +3.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 11,320 | 2023 | +1.13% | -0.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 9,520 | 2023 | +5.73% | +0.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 7,930 | 2023 | +4.45% | +2.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 5,670 | 2023 | +17.63% | View data |
