In 2023, France dominated the non-renewable waste consumption in European commercial and public services with a significant lead, followed by the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. Notable growth was seen in Slovakia and Poland, with Slovakia experiencing the highest increase. Conversely, Denmark and the Netherlands reported slight decreases. High consumption levels reflect entrenched industrial patterns and energy needs.
Future trends indicate a potential shift towards sustainability, driven by EU regulations to reduce waste and enhance renewable energy sources. Focus areas include technological innovation, waste-to-energy advancements, and policy incentives promoting greener energy transitions. Monitoring Poland and Slovakia's consumption growth within this dynamic will be crucial.
Top countries in Commercial and Public Services Final Consumption of Non-Renewable Waste Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 36.37 | 2023 | +8.27% | +15.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 12.48 | 2023 | +1.21% | +1.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 10 | 2023 | +2.69% | -0.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 9.6 | 2023 | +2.4% | +1.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 8.55 | 2023 | +3.3% | +1.35% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5.65 | 2023 | +11.02% | +30.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 5.31 | 2023 | +2.37% | +1.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 3.28 | 2023 | +4.3% | +127.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 2.31 | 2023 | +2.4% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 1.97 | 2023 | +3.26% | -1.54% | View data |
