The European non-renewable waste final consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector shows Germany leading with the highest share at 21.24 terajoules in 2023. Poland and Romania follow but exhibit contrasting trends; Poland saw a slight decline, while Romania showed a significant increase. Noticeable growth was observed in smaller markets like Bulgaria and Lithuania, highlighting emerging shifts. Among the larger markets, France and Italy experienced moderate growth, while the UK and Norway indicated growth potential.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of increased environmental regulations on the reduction of non-renewable waste consumption.
- Technological advancements in recycling processes and their influence on reducing non-renewable dependency.
- Variations in non-metallic minerals demand due to economic factors and construction activity across Europe.
Top countries in Non-Renewable Waste Final Consumption in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 21.24 | 2023 | +2.1% | +1.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 16.86 | 2023 | +2.52% | -0.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 9.63 | 2023 | +18.72% | +25.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.49 | 2023 | +8.58% | +2.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 6.22 | 2023 | +3.55% | +2.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 5 | 2023 | +5.73% | +0.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 4.47 | 2023 | +2.69% | +6.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 4.14 | 2023 | +2.15% | +0.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 3.81 | 2023 | +5.07% | +3.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.61 | 2023 | +7.38% | +7.44% | View data |
