Based on the 2023 data, Finland leads Europe with 98.9% of IT hardware waste recycled and prepared for reuse, closely followed by Spain (97.7%) and Poland (96.1%). Slovakia, Lithuania, and Germany also perform well, with figures over 90%. Notably, Slovenia, Cyprus, and others fall slightly behind but still display strong recycling rates. In contrast, countries like Belgium (59.3%) and Malta (55.4%) lag far behind, indicating significant room for improvement. Year-on-year variations present a mixed picture, with most countries experiencing minor positive growth. Noteworthy increases include Lithuania (2.91%) and Slovenia (2.68%), while Greece and Belgium recorded significant declines, showing -2.32% and -2.3% respectively.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Further advancements in countries already performing well, potentially leveraging new technologies to reach closer to 100% recycling rates.
- Efforts by lower-performing countries to catch up, likely spurred by regulatory changes and increased public awareness.
- Innovative recycling techniques and circular economy strategies becoming more widespread.
- Potential fluctuations due to economic changes, supply chain disruptions, or shifts in electronic consumption patterns.
Top countries in IT Hardware Waste Recycled and Prepared for Reuse by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 98.9 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 97.7 | 2023 | +1.03% | +0.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 96.1 | 2023 | +3.22% | +1.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 94.4 | 2023 | +0.85% | +0.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 92.7 | 2023 | +2.32% | +2.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 90.9 | 2023 | +0.55% | +0.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 90.3 | 2023 | +1.46% | +2.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 90.2 | 2023 | +0.56% | -0.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 87.4 | 2023 | +0.46% | -0.47% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 86.9 | 2023 | +0.58% | +0.44% | View data |
