In 2023, Germany led Europe in gas discharge lamp waste recovery with 13.77 thousand metric tons, followed by the United Kingdom at 5.61 and France at 5.26. Year-on-year, Sweden and Germany showed moderate increases of 0.27% and 0.5% respectively, whereas Spain had a significant rise of 5.5%, marking the highest among top countries. Conversely, Belgium experienced a decline of -3.96%. Over the past five years, Iceland's CAGR suggests a noteworthy recovery trend of 6.81%, while Latvia fell dramatically at -19.41%, hinting at potential eco-management challenges.
Future trends to watch include the increasing adoption of LED lighting potentially reducing gas discharge lamp waste. Countries demonstrating growth, such as Spain and Italy, may continue focusing on sustainable waste management practices, while nations like Belgium may need to address declining recovery rates. The shift towards more eco-friendly alternatives will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping waste recovery volumes across Europe.
Top countries in Gas Discharge Lamps Waste Recovered by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 13,770 | 2023 | +3.08% | +0.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 5,610 | 2023 | +2.6% | +4.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 5,260 | 2023 | +2.72% | +3.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 4,150 | 2023 | +4.63% | +3.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 2,650 | 2023 | +3.03% | +5.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 2,020 | 2023 | -0.05% | +0.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 1,720 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1,100 | 2023 | +0.82% | -3.96% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 1,090 | 2023 | +1.97% | +1.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 998 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.45% | View data |
