The intra-EU28 imports of paper and cardboard waste to Italy are forecasted to decline consistently from 2024 to 2028. Comparing with the forecast for 2024 at €46.12 million, this reflects a steady decrease in the import value year-on-year with an approximate reduction rate of around 1.57% per year. This trend might be attributed to changing market dynamics and increasing recycling efforts within Italy impacting demand for imports.

Future trends to watch for:

Strengthening of recycling policies in Italy could further reduce import demand.
Fluctuations in global paper markets and pricing may impact trajectory.
Technological advancements in recycling could potentially alter waste management strategies.