The analysis of the European non-renewable municipal waste production in Gigawatthours reveals Germany as the clear leader, producing more than double the share of any other country. The United Kingdom and France follow significantly but still trail behind. Sweden and the Netherlands lead the second tier, showing positive growth with year-on-year increases of 1.97% and 1.75%, respectively. Italy and Denmark experienced declining shares. Lithuania and Slovakia exhibited the most substantial growth, with over 18% increase for Slovakia and a 27% increase for Lithuania. Notably, Cyprus showed an impressive rise of 68.37% in 2023, albeit from a smaller base.
Future trends in European non-renewable municipal waste production may be shaped by policy shifts towards sustainable waste management practices, technological advancements in waste-to-energy conversion, and public pressure for reducing carbon footprints. It is vital to monitor the ongoing investments in renewable energy infrastructure and government policies targeting reduced landfill usage, which could significantly impact future waste production shares by country.
Top countries in Non-Renewable Municipal Waste Production Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 29.44 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 13.19 | 2023 | +4.27% | +5.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.71 | 2023 | +1.64% | +0.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 7.35 | 2023 | -0.85% | -0.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6.78 | 2023 | +1.1% | +1.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 6.64 | 2023 | +2.02% | +1.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.5 | 2023 | +3.73% | +1.25% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.43 | 2023 | +1.36% | +1.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 3.43 | 2023 | -0.14% | -0.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.95 | 2023 | +2.27% | +3.01% | View data |
