In 2023, Germany led the European Chemical and Petrochemical sector's non-renewable waste consumption with 174.84 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, despite a 1.67% decline. Italy, Austria, and the United Kingdom also showed significant consumption levels, with Austria and the UK experiencing increases of 4.96% and 4.48%, respectively. Portugal had the highest growth rate at 48.77%, albeit from a small base. Meanwhile, the Netherlands and Belgium saw notable declines. Overall, the sector exhibits mixed growth patterns, with high consumption in industrial powerhouses and emerging trends in Eastern Europe.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts towards increased efficiency and sustainability measures, resulting in reduced non-renewable waste consumption. Regulatory pressures and technological advancements are likely to drive this change, impacting different countries based on their industrial policies and innovation capacities.
Top countries in Chemical and Petrochemical Sector Final Consumption of Non-Renewable Waste by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 174.84 | 2023 | +2.86% | -1.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 80.87 | 2023 | +2.82% | +0.87% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 80.44 | 2023 | +1.44% | +4.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 38.92 | 2023 | +5.87% | +4.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 28.45 | 2023 | +11.26% | +3.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 28.13 | 2023 | +24.54% | +7.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 26.43 | 2023 | +6.1% | +1.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 16.1 | 2023 | +6.05% | +3.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 14.59 | 2023 | -1.92% | -5.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 14.1 | 2023 | +2.88% | +1.95% | View data |
