In 2023, Germany led Europe in municipal waste treatment, followed closely by France and the United Kingdom. Noteworthy growth was observed in Belgium and Austria, with year-on-year increases of 14.0% and 8.63%, respectively. Poland and Portugal also showed marked improvement, contrasted by declining waste treatment in the UK and Italy. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate highlighted Belgium and Poland as leaders, indicating a robust improvement trend.
Looking ahead, the focus will be on sustainability and improved recycling processes, with potential regulatory changes impacting waste treatment practices across Europe. Innovation in waste management technology and increased EU funding could further strengthen national strategies.
Top countries in Municipal Waste Treated by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 51,160 | 2023 | -0.45% | +0.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 38,480 | 2023 | +0.9% | +1.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 30,490 | 2023 | -0.3% | -0.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 26,910 | 2023 | +0.32% | -0.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 22,490 | 2023 | +0.26% | +0.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 14,440 | 2023 | +2.54% | +2.89% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 9,070 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 9,010 | 2023 | +1.43% | +14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 7,630 | 2023 | +0.98% | +8.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 6,820 | 2023 | +5.03% | +6.13% | View data |
