In 2023, Germany led the European non-renewable municipal waste electricity production share, though it saw a slight decrease. The UK witnessed notable growth, closely followed by Poland and Slovakia, highlighting regional diversification in waste-to-energy investments. Italy and France experienced minor declines, while Sweden and Denmark showed modest increases. Lithuania's significant growth indicates a strategic pivot towards waste energy. In contrast, Hungary's share contracted. Belgium, Austria, Finland, Ireland, Estonia, and Portugal reported minor increases, emphasizing stable or enhancing investments in waste energy conversion.
Future trends may include heightened investments in waste-to-energy technologies, driven by environmental policies, increasing landfill limitations, and innovations in non-renewable waste processing. Eastern European countries may continue catching up in technology adoption, while Northern Europe could refine efficiency, enhancing its leadership in this sector.
Top countries in Non-Renewable Municipal Waste Gross Electricity Production Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23.96 | 2023 | +0.11% | -1.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 18.84 | 2023 | +4.41% | +5.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.43 | 2023 | -0.39% | -0.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.69 | 2023 | -0.4% | -0.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 7.95 | 2023 | +1.17% | -0.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 7.22 | 2023 | +2.75% | +2.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 3.66 | 2023 | +0.93% | +1.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 3.39 | 2023 | +1.93% | +3.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3.08 | 2023 | +23.42% | +14.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 3.04 | 2023 | +1.5% | -0.46% | View data |
