In 2023, Germany led European non-renewable industrial waste production at 21.2 GWh, followed by Poland and France. Between 2022 and 2023, significant growth was observed in Sweden, posting a 38.84% increase, while Germany saw a modest rise of 0.95%. Conversely, Hungary and the Netherlands experienced declines, with Hungary decreasing by 0.78% and the Netherlands by 4.64%.
Future trends to watch:
- Growth potential in rapidly increasing countries like Sweden and Croatia.
- Efforts to further reduce waste in regions experiencing downturns, such as the Netherlands.
- Technological advancements and policy shifts impacting waste management strategies across Europe.
Top countries in Non-Renewable Industrial Waste Production Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 21.2 | 2023 | +4.26% | +0.95% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 12.02 | 2023 | +2.98% | +0.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9.58 | 2023 | +7.34% | +3.17% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 6.73 | 2023 | +0.75% | +0.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 5.87 | 2023 | +1.66% | +2.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 5.87 | 2023 | +3.22% | +2.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 5.4 | 2023 | +1.44% | +0.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 5.36 | 2023 | +2.62% | +0.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 4.94 | 2023 | +1.31% | +10.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 3.84 | 2023 | +2.79% | +4.25% | View data |