In 2023, the UK's calculated inland consumption of non-renewable industrial waste was recorded at 11.42 thousand terajoules. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady increase each year, starting from 11.58 in 2024 to 12.19 thousand terajoules by 2028. This reflects a consistent year-on-year growth rate ranging around 1.4%.
Notably, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 1.3%, highlighting moderate yet consistent growth.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Regulatory shifts towards sustainable waste management practices.
- Technological advancements improving waste-to-energy conversion efficiency.
- Potential economic factors influencing industrial waste production levels.
