In 2023, Luxembourg led European municipal waste composting with 211 kg per capita, marking a 6.5% YoY (Year-over-Year) increase. Belgium followed closely at 189 kg per capita, experiencing an 18.18% increase. Austria saw a slight decline of -1.09%, while Denmark grew by 3.88%. Switzerland, Netherlands, and Italy also recorded modest increases in composting volumes. Slovakia saw the highest increase at 21.67%, suggesting significant improvements in waste management practices. Conversely, Lithuania's composting value dropped by -6.82%. Countries like Poland and Bulgaria showed substantial growth, with 17.32% and 33.78%, respectively. However, Estonia and Cyprus registered slight decreases, and Serbia and Montenegro showed minimal or negative growth.
Future trends to watch in European municipal waste composting include:
- Technological advancements in waste processing and composting facilities.
- More stringent EU regulations on waste management policy.
- Increasing public awareness and educational efforts on composting benefits.
- Potential economic incentives or penalties to boost composting rates.
- Continued disparities among countries, with potential growth in those currently lagging behind.
Top countries in Municipal Waste Composting by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Luxembourg | 211 | 2023 | +4.98% | +6.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 189 | 2023 | +9.88% | +18.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 177 | 2023 | -0.56% | -1.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 173 | 2023 | +1.76% | +3.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Switzerland | 166 | 2023 | +1.22% | +1.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 155 | 2023 | +0.65% | +1.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 129 | 2023 | +4.03% | +4.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 128 | 2023 | +1.59% | +3.27% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 108 | 2023 | +1.89% | +0.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 104 | 2023 | +15.56% | +21.67% | View data |
