In 2023, Switzerland's municipal waste recycling rate stood at 53.3%. The forecasted data for the upcoming years show a gradual increase in the recycling rate: 53.5% in 2024, 53.7% in 2025, 53.8% in 2026, 53.9% in 2027, and 54% in 2028. The year-on-year variation presents a steady growth pattern, with minor increments ranging from approximately 0.4% to 0.2% annually. Over the last two years, the observed trend showcases a stable yet slow enhancement in recycling efforts. The CAGR over the five-year forecast period from 2024 to 2028 is projected to be around 0.26% per year.
Future trends to watch for include the adoption of more advanced waste sorting technologies, increased public awareness campaigns, policies enhancing circular economy practices, and potentially stricter government regulations that could accelerate the recycling rate beyond the current forecast.
