In 2024, Germany remains the top consumer of non-renewable industrial waste in Europe, followed by Poland and France. Over the past year, Germany saw a slight decline of 1.23% in consumption, while Poland experienced a marginal drop of 0.18%. France and several other countries, including the Czech Republic, Italy, and Hungary, observed increases in their consumption rates, with Hungary showing remarkable growth of 7.78%. Smaller nations like Lithuania and Croatia exhibited significant growth rates of 30.26% and 23.94%, respectively. These variations highlight a shifting landscape in resource utilization among European nations.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts towards more sustainable energy sources, which may decrease reliance on non-renewable industrial waste. Additionally, countries with significant growth rates may need to reassess their waste management strategies to align with European goals for energy efficiency and sustainability. Monitoring advancements in renewable energy technologies and policy changes across the EU will be critical in forecasting these consumption patterns.
Top countries in Non-Renewable Industrial Waste Available for Final Consumption Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 16.7 | 2023 | +0.01% | -1.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 14.8 | 2023 | +2.63% | -0.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9.91 | 2023 | +7.22% | +2.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 7.31 | 2023 | +3.39% | +2.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.86 | 2023 | -0.002% | +2.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 6.56 | 2023 | +1.43% | -0.049% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 5.85 | 2023 | +1.63% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 5.47 | 2023 | +5.73% | +0.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 4.55 | 2023 | +4.45% | +2.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3.68 | 2023 | +1.67% | +1.01% | View data |
