The employment in the Waste Treatment and Disposal sector in Denmark has shown a positive trend over the recent decade, with intermittent fluctuations. Employment increased from 1.82 thousand FTEs in 2013 to 2.23 thousand FTEs by 2023, representing a consistent uptrend with occasional downtrends such as in 2018 (-2.27%) and 2021 (-3.84%). The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years averaged 1.97%, underscoring steadier growth in recent years. The sector is expected to continue its growth trajectory with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 0.95%, reaching 2.37 thousand FTEs by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in waste treatment technologies, increased regulatory pressures, and heightened focus on sustainability which could influence employment demands. Additionally, the shift towards a circular economy and increased recycling practices might spur further job growth in this sector.
