In 2023, Germany held the largest share of recovered plastic packaging waste in Europe, contributing 24.1 metric tons, followed by Italy (13.98 MT), France (12.47 MT), and the United Kingdom (10.36 MT). Ireland exhibited the highest year-on-year growth rate at 10.16%, while Malta's share also surged with a 14.36% increase. Conversely, Austria and Iceland saw slight decreases of -0.12% and -1.43%, respectively. Over the last five years, Finland and Sweden showed significant CAGR growth, reflecting strong environmental policies.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased recovery rates in Eastern European countries and the impact of new EU regulations on plastic waste management. Technological advancements in waste processing and heightened consumer awareness are also expected to play critical roles in shaping the landscape of recovered plastic packaging waste across Europe.
Top countries in Recovered Plastic Packaging Waste Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 24.1 | 2023 | +2.89% | +2.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13.98 | 2023 | +2.27% | +1.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.47 | 2023 | +2.27% | +2.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10.36 | 2023 | +2.76% | +3.27% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.99 | 2023 | +6.6% | +1.86% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 4.47 | 2023 | +3.83% | +5.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.6 | 2023 | +1.04% | +1.88% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 2.73 | 2023 | +5.78% | +10.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2.55 | 2023 | +1.89% | +2.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2 | 2023 | +0.17% | -0.12% | View data |
