The analysis of European total waste treated reveals France as the largest contributor in 2024, with a significant lead over Germany and the United Kingdom. Despite positive trends, Italy and Denmark displayed a slight decline in their waste treatment performance. Over the last five years, countries exhibited varying growth with Iceland and Liechtenstein experiencing the most notable increases. Noteworthy improvements are seen in Eastern European countries like Poland and Czech Republic, indicating enhanced waste processing capabilities.
Future trends to watch include increasing waste treatment capabilities in Eastern Europe and the potential for technological advancements across the continent. Additionally, stricter EU waste regulations may drive further improvements in waste management efficiency across all member states, emphasizing sustainable practices.
Top countries in Total Waste Treated by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 1,002,600 | 2023 | +3.96% | +4.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 898,350 | 2023 | +1.16% | +1.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 650,540 | 2023 | +0.86% | +5.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 425,050 | 2023 | +0.26% | -0.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 353,700 | 2023 | +2.4% | +1.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 320,450 | 2023 | +3.95% | +4.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 186,170 | 2023 | +2.28% | +2.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 152,540 | 2023 | +0.83% | +1.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 138,220 | 2023 | +3.31% | +3.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 135,870 | 2023 | +1.68% | +1.48% | View data |
