From 2013 to 2023, Sweden's waste treatment and disposal production value experienced fluctuating growth with notable variances. The value stood at 589.3 million Euros in 2023. Key trends observed over this period include:
• Periodic declines, such as in 2014 (-12.59%) and 2021 (-4.98%), followed by rebounds, including significant growth in 2020 (13.98%).
• Strong growth phases, e.g., 2016-2017 saw increases driven by higher waste management demands.
• The last two years were marked by modest increases: 2022 (1.21%) and 2023 (1.03%).
• The 5-year CAGR from 2019 to 2023 was relatively modest at 0.91%.
Looking forward, from 2024 to 2028, the forecasted trend suggests gradual growth with a 0.47% CAGR. Future trends to watch for include advances in waste-to-energy technologies, regulatory changes, and shifts in eco-friendly waste management practices aiming for improved sustainability.
