The European municipal waste incineration landscape in 2024 is led by the United Kingdom, accounting for the largest share in thousand metric tons. Germany and Italy follow, albeit with significantly lower shares. In 2023, Finland and Slovenia exhibited the most notable year-on-year growth rates, while France saw a decrease. Slovenia and Finland's expansions suggest an increasing adoption of incineration solutions, whereas other countries like Iceland and Poland have marginal or negative growth.
Future trends to monitor include increased incineration capacity in the UK, Italy's growing investment in waste management infrastructure, and potential policy shifts in countries experiencing negative growth. Environmental regulations and technological advancements may redefine European incineration practices in the near term.
Top countries in Municipal Waste Incineration Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 48.11 | 2023 | +4.38% | +5.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 26.69 | 2021 | -3.9% | -24.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.38 | 2023 | +4.48% | +29.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.71 | 2023 | +2.72% | -0.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 3.79 | 2021 | 0% | -2.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 2.16 | 2023 | -20% | -9.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 0.95 | 2023 | +10.53% | +24.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 0.27 | 2023 | +11.11% | -1.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 0.27 | 2023 | +28.57% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 0.27 | 2023 | 0% | +43.1% | View data |
