In 2023, Malta leads in lighting equipment waste recovery among European countries, with a 2.02% increase, followed by Iceland at 4.82%. Poland and Belgium show significant year-on-year growth at 3.18% and 3.59%, respectively. Conversely, Germany sees a slight decline of 0.12%, with larger drops in Italy and Liechtenstein, at -0.98% and -1.91%, respectively. Spain lags behind with the lowest recovery value and a -0.76% decrease.
Future trends worth observing include the advancements in recycling technologies and policy changes that may enhance waste management systems. Countries with large negative shifts need addressing, while leaders must sustain their growth. Sustainability initiatives and cross-country collaborations may influence recovery rates.
Top countries in Lighting Equipment Waste Recovered by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Malta | 141 | 2023 | +5.94% | +2.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovakia | 125 | 2023 | +1.79% | +1.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 116.9 | 2023 | +1.12% | +0.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 113.7 | 2023 | +2.43% | +2.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iceland | 110.6 | 2023 | +3.36% | +4.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 99.9 | 2023 | +0.91% | +1.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 99.4 | 2023 | +1.22% | +3.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 98.6 | 2023 | +2.49% | +2.99% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 98.2 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 98.1 | 2023 | +0.31% | +0.27% | View data |
