Over the past decade, Sweden's recycled plastic packaging waste has shown significant fluctuations. From 2013 to 2016, there was steady growth, culminating in a peak in 2016. However, 2017 saw a slight decline, followed by a robust recovery from 2018 through 2019. The year 2020 marked a notable downturn, reflective of global disruptions. This was followed by a recovery trend through 2021 and a significant increase in 2022, with 2023 reaching 138.27 thousand metric tons, reflecting a 10.8% year-on-year increase and a 2.36% CAGR over the past five years.
Future trends to watch for:
- Continued growth in recycled plastic packaging waste, with an expected 1.95% CAGR over the next five years, projecting a 10.15% overall growth by 2028.
- Potential impacts of new environmental regulations or shifts in consumer behavior towards sustainability.
- Advancements in recycling technology and infrastructure that could influence the volume of recycled waste.
