Germany leads in the final consumption of non-renewable industrial waste in the chemical and petrochemical sectors, with a figure reaching 145.74 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent in 2024, but experienced a decline of -2.69% in 2023. Italy and Austria followed with 80.87 and 80.44 respectively, reflecting steady growth, with Austria showing a significant increase at 4.96%. Noteworthy growth was recorded in Romania (8.06%), Slovenia (13.76%), Hungary (32.04%), and Portugal (48.77%). In contrast, Belgium saw a decline of -17.24% while the Netherlands decreased by -5.54%.
Future trends to watch include advancements in sustainable industrial practices, which may reduce non-renewable waste consumption. EU regulations are likely to tighten, influencing consumption patterns. Countries may invest more in circular economy initiatives, potentially further impacting consumption dynamics in the sector.
Top countries in Non-Renewable Industrial Waste Final Consumption in Chemical and Petrochemical Sectors by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 145.74 | 2023 | +2.88% | -2.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 80.87 | 2023 | +2.82% | +0.87% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 80.44 | 2023 | +1.44% | +4.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 28.44 | 2023 | +11.25% | +3.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 28.22 | 2023 | +24.53% | +8.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 26.43 | 2023 | +6.1% | +1.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 16.09 | 2023 | +6.05% | +3.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 14.59 | 2023 | -1.92% | -5.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 14.1 | 2023 | +2.88% | +1.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 3.13 | 2023 | +2.86% | +13.76% | View data |
