The municipal waste generated in the US has shown a steady increase over the years, with the figure standing at 274.02 million metric tons in 2023. Over the recent two-year period, the year-on-year variation stood at 1.05% in 2023 and 1.08% in 2022. Analyzing the compound average growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years (2018-2023), we observe a moderate growth at 0.65%. Forecast data suggests a continual rise, with a predicted CAGR of 0.75% over the next five years, resulting in an overall growth rate of 3.82% by 2028.
Key future trends to watch for include the impact of increased urbanization, potential policy changes targeting waste reduction, and advances in recycling and waste management technologies. Further shifts may also arise from consumer behavior changes towards sustainability, impacting waste generation trends. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for accurate future projections.
