The recycling of batteries with lead content in Italy has shown fluctuating trends over the past decade, peaking in 2017 at 141.46 thousand metric tons before entering a period of gradual decline. The year-on-year variation has been mostly negative since 2018, with a significant drop of -18.34% in 2015 followed by a recovery and another decline towards 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) reflects these fluctuations, with negative figures in the last years, indicating a contraction in the volume of recycled lead batteries.
Looking ahead, the forecast suggests a slight but steady decrease in recycling volumes, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -0.04% and a growth rate of -0.22% by 2028. Future trends could be influenced by advancements in battery technology, shifts in regulatory frameworks, and the global push towards sustainable materials and recycling practices, which may either hinder or facilitate the recycling of lead batteries in Italy.
