In 2023, Germany stood as the leading generator of household-like waste with 48.21 million metric tons, showcasing a slight increase of 0.25% year-on-year. France, following with 30.29 million metric tons, experienced a slight reduction of 2.1%. Australia showed significant waste reduction at 48%, while the Netherlands also saw a substantial decline at 74%. Denmark and Sweden displayed minor increases at 5.2% and 16% respectively. Stark increases were noted in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, at 1.1% and 1.61% respectively. Costa Rica faced a notable decrease in waste generation by 1.54%. Estonia observed a moderate rise at 19%.
Future trends to watch for include potential regulatory changes in waste management policies, technological advancements in recycling and waste reduction methods, and shifts in consumer behavior towards more sustainable practices. Monitoring these factors is crucial for predicting future dynamics in global household-like waste generation.
Top countries in Household-Like Waste Generated by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 48,210 | 2023 | +0.098% | +0.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 30,290 | 2023 | +0.0066% | -0.021% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Australia | 11,790 | 2023 | -0.48% | -0.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 6,170 | 2023 | -0.77% | -0.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 4,270 | 2023 | +0.094% | +0.052% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 3,510 | 2023 | +1.1% | +1.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 2,800 | 2023 | +0.07% | +0.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 2,190 | 2023 | +2.03% | +1.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Costa Rica | 1,350 | 2023 | -1.96% | -1.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 519.42 | 2023 | +0.46% | +0.19% | View data |
