The 2024 data indicates the United Kingdom, France, and Germany lead in IT hardware waste collection, with marked variations observed: UK had a modest increase, France experienced a notable growth, while Germany saw a slight decline. The Netherlands and Italy showed minor growth, whereas Sweden and Denmark registered declines. Smaller countries like Malta and Croatia had significant growth, indicating local initiatives' effectiveness. Variability across the region reflects differing policies, economic factors, and consumer behavior impacting e-waste recycling practices.
Future trends to monitor include advancements in recycling technology, regulatory changes, and public awareness campaigns potentially boosting collection rates. Diverging patterns between larger and smaller nations may persist due to varying infrastructure investments.
Top countries in IT Hardware Waste Collected from Households by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 126,910 | 2023 | +0.24% | +1.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 106,490 | 2023 | +4.03% | +4.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 91,630 | 2023 | -1.44% | -1.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 24,470 | 2023 | +1.07% | +1.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 23,370 | 2023 | -1.71% | +1.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 22,570 | 2023 | +2.57% | +2.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 19,670 | 2023 | +1.95% | +2.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 17,600 | 2023 | +0.78% | +0.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 13,360 | 2023 | +3.53% | +3.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 12,150 | 2023 | +1.42% | +1.7% | View data |
