In 2023, Italy led the European public sector's waste management output with €11.45 billion, showing a year-on-year increase of 2.54%. Spain, Germany, and Belgium followed with €6.91 billion, €3.77 billion, and €1.72 billion, respectively, illustrating moderate improvements. Austria experienced a substantial 3.92% increase. Greece, Slovakia, and Portugal also reported positive growth. Meanwhile, Lithuania, Luxembourg, and Estonia registered growth above 2%, while Latvia and Slovenia saw declines, with Slovenia facing a significant decrease of 6.56%.
Future trends to watch include:
- The continuation of Italy's leading position if expansion measures persist.
- The potential for smaller countries to increase efficiency and output through technology adoption and policy improvements.
- Environmental regulations and sustainable practices influencing alterations in investment and focus on waste management operations across Europe.
Top countries in Environmental Protection Output in Waste Management in All Activities by the Public Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 11,450 | 2023 | +2.18% | +2.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 6,910 | 2023 | +1.26% | +1.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 3,770 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 1,720 | 2023 | +1.13% | +0.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 1,140 | 2023 | +3.36% | +3.92% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 1,090 | 2023 | +1.06% | +0.91% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 454.5 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 393.9 | 2023 | -0.15% | +0.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 126 | 2023 | +2.86% | +2.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 110.1 | 2023 | +2.32% | +2.23% | View data |
