In 2023, Germany led European renewable municipal waste gross heat production, with 950.26 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, followed by Sweden and France. Notably, Poland and Lithuania showed the highest year-on-year growth, at 38.83% and 35.64%, respectively, indicating rapid development in waste-to-energy capacities. Conversely, countries like the UK and Romania demonstrated minimal outputs, though Romania grew impressively by 51.19%. Austria and Hungary also recorded substantial growth rates, highlighting expansion efforts. This dynamic market may see shifts as countries aim to tap into waste as a renewable energy source, particularly driven by policy mandates and technology advancements.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements reducing production costs, stricter policies driving investment in waste-to-energy infrastructure, and evolving EU regulations potentially reshaping market dynamics. Countries lagging in 2023, like Romania and Bulgaria, show potential for rapid growth with policy support and infrastructure investment. Additionally, partnerships for cross-border waste management may emerge as significant influencers in the sector.
Top countries in Renewable Municipal Waste Gross Heat Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 950.26 | 2023 | +2.92% | +2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 676.36 | 2023 | +2.07% | +4.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 399.28 | 2023 | +1.08% | +2.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 385.12 | 2023 | +1.07% | +0.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 219.06 | 2023 | +2.28% | +5.6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 202.43 | 2023 | +3.05% | +3.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 143.16 | 2023 | +1.94% | +2.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 131.07 | 2023 | +2.84% | +0.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 97.17 | 2023 | +5.25% | +8.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 58.71 | 2023 | +18.73% | +38.83% | View data |
