In 2023, the European countries experienced varied trends in environmental protection transfers for waste management. Spain led with the highest transfers at 36.32 million euros, despite an 8.2% reduction from the previous year. Italy followed, with a significant decrease of 15.7%. Lithuania notably increased by 2.66%, while France and Belgium experienced declines of 3.96% and 4.13%, respectively. Portugal, Latvia, Ireland, and Luxembourg also faced reductions, with Luxembourg showing the steepest decline at 19.73%.
Future trends to watch include potential policy changes in the European Union that may enhance funding for environmental protection. Additionally, increased emphasis on sustainable practices could influence funding allocations, possibly revitalizing growth in countries currently experiencing declines.
Top countries in Current and Capital Transfers Received for Environmental Protection in Waste Management in All Activities by All Economic Sectors Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 36.32 | 2023 | -10.66% | -8.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 31.28 | 2023 | -24.78% | -15.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 10.76 | 2023 | +2.41% | +2.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10.3 | 2023 | -5.18% | -3.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 5.63 | 2023 | -6.98% | -4.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 2.11 | 2023 | -5.06% | -8.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 1.24 | 2023 | -12% | -13.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 0.56 | 2023 | -13.04% | -11.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 0.028 | 2023 | 0% | -19.73% | View data |
