In 2023, Spain led in sludge disposal for agricultural use at 1.14 million metric tons, reflecting a 1.68% annual increase. Germany's volume decreased by 6.82% to 0.19695 million metric tons. Poland and Ireland saw notable increases, at 6.77% and 5.75%, respectively. Estonia exhibited the highest percentage growth at 30.14%. Conversely, Luxembourg, Croatia, and Cyprus experienced significant declines exceeding 12%. Over the past five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) indicates a mixed trend across countries, with many Eastern European countries showing moderate gains.
Future trends indicate a likely increase in sludge disposal for agricultural use driven by stricter environmental regulations, sustainable agriculture practices, and innovations in wastewater treatment technologies. Potentially, Eastern European nations will play a more substantial role, given their recent growth trajectories and investment in infrastructure improvements.
Top countries in Sludge Disposal for Agricultural Use from Urban Wastewater Treatment Plants by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 1,140 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 196.95 | 2023 | -9.46% | -6.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 164.15 | 2023 | +2.97% | +6.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 114.88 | 2023 | +6.1% | +1.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 108.2 | 2023 | +2.75% | +5.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 82.6 | 2023 | 0% | +3.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 67.63 | 2023 | +0.16% | +0.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 58.2 | 2023 | +2.86% | +5.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 55.37 | 2023 | -3.33% | -2.11% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 48 | 2023 | +0.083% | -0.071% | View data |
