The European Hazardous Waste Collection production value in 2023 demonstrated notable year-on-year variations. Italy leads with a production value of 37.04 million euros and experienced a modest increase of 2.75%. Belgium followed, with 13.54 million euros, growing by 6.96%, while the United Kingdom and France showed varied results, with 2.66% growth and a decrease of -2.68%, respectively. Spain recorded a 3.35% growth, standing at 4.82 million euros. Other countries with significant increases included Austria (7.79%), Romania (13.51%), and Slovakia (11.37%). Conversely, Norway saw a decline of -3.88%, whereas Denmark's value remained nearly stable with a slight decrease of -0.16%. Serbia showed the highest spike at 29.4%, despite starting from a lower base.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in Italy and Belgium, driven by increased regulatory pressures and enhanced recycling capabilities.
- Potential recovery in France and Norway if new environmental policies incentivize better waste management practices.
- Expansion in Eastern European countries like Romania and Slovakia, underpinned by EU funding and investments in waste management infrastructure.
- Monitoring the stabilization trends in countries like Denmark and tracking developments in Serbia, which has shown remarkable growth potential.
Top countries in Hazardous Waste Collection Production Value Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 37.04 | 2023 | +4.47% | +2.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 13.54 | 2023 | +7.64% | +6.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 12.45 | 2023 | +3.75% | +2.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.81 | 2023 | -5.46% | -2.68% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 4.82 | 2023 | +2.06% | +3.35% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 3.22 | 2023 | +5.07% | +7.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 3.2 | 2023 | +0.1% | -3.88% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 2.87 | 2023 | +3.27% | +4.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 2.43 | 2023 | +3.31% | +0.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 2.03 | 2023 | -0.32% | +7.08% | View data |
