Household waste generated in Türkiye stood at 30.59 million metric tons in 2023. Observing the actual data from 2014 to 2023, there is a notable upward trend with values increasing from 25.13 million metric tons in 2014 to 30.59 million metric tons in 2023. The year-on-year variation for 2023 was 1.74%, while the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years leading up to 2023 was 1.71%.
The year-on-year variations highlight some periods of rapid growth and slight declines: a significant increase in 2016 by 9.74%, a minor drop in 2018 of -0.089%, and steady growth over the subsequent years, including a 1.74% rise in 2023. The CAGR reflects the long-term average growth, showing consistent but moderate increases in household waste generated.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Forecasts indicate a continued growth in household waste to 33.13 million metric tons by 2028, with an anticipated 5-year CAGR of 1.27% and an overall growth rate of 6.5% from 2023 to 2028.
- Emerging waste management technologies and policies focusing on reducing waste per capita and increasing recycling rates could influence future trends.
