In 2023, Germany led European countries in renewable municipal waste gross heat production with 11.03 TWh, followed by Sweden (7.95 TWh) and France (4.61 TWh). Countries like Poland and Lithuania showed significant year-on-year growth rates at 38.72% and 35.64%, respectively, highlighting their growing commitment to waste-to-energy technologies. However, Romania, despite a high growth rate of 52.01%, remained at a nascent stage compared to other nations. The top five countries combined represented the largest share, indicating a concentration of capabilities and capacities.
Looking ahead, future trends may include intensified regional policies aimed at enhancing circular economies, new technological advancements in efficient waste-to-energy conversion, and potential collaborations among countries to optimize shared resources and infrastructure.
Top countries in Renewable Municipal Waste Gross Heat Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 11,030 | 2023 | +2.84% | +1.95% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 7,950 | 2023 | +2.48% | +4.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 4,610 | 2023 | +0.8% | +2.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 4,530 | 2023 | +1.62% | +1.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 2,510 | 2023 | +1.47% | +5.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 2,410 | 2023 | +4.32% | +4.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 1,690 | 2023 | +2.68% | +2.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 1,500 | 2023 | +2.24% | +0.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1,130 | 2023 | +5.22% | +8.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 679.93 | 2023 | +18.5% | +38.72% | View data |
