Forecast: Recovered Plastic Packaging Waste in France

The analysis of recovered plastic packaging waste in France from 2013 to 2023 shows a consistent upward trend, with the value standing at 1.8747 million metric tons in 2023. Over the past years, year-on-year percentage variations have fluctuated, with significant growth seen in 2017 at 15.66%, slowing down to a steadier increase of 3.92% in 2021, and 2.27% in 2023. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2018 to 2023 was 2.61%.

Looking ahead, forecasts from 2024 to 2028 suggest a continuing rise, with an expected five-year CAGR of 1.62%, reaching 2.0767 million metric tons by 2028. This indicates an 8.39% growth rate over this period.

Future trends to watch for include:

  • Innovations in recycling technologies and processes.
  • Policy changes and regulatory impacts aimed at reducing plastic waste.
  • Market influences on plastic usage and disposal behaviors.