The analysis of European recycled paper packaging waste per capita in 2023 shows significant differences across countries, with Germany leading at 87.39 kg per capita and Bulgaria trailing at 19.05 kg per capita. Germany, Italy, and Liechtenstein appear to have the highest levels of recycled paper packaging waste, suggesting robust recycling initiatives. Countries like Romania, Croatia, and Bulgaria indicate lower recycling rates, suggesting potential for improvement.
Year-over-year variations reveal interesting trends. Germany showed minimal growth at 0.027%, while Italy and Liechtenstein exhibited substantial increases of 3.51% and 3.82%, respectively. Conversely, countries like France and Denmark witnessed minor declines in recycling rates. Hungary saw the most significant increase at 5.24% followed by Bulgaria at 4.59%, pointing towards an improving recycling framework in these countries.
Future trends to watch in European recycled paper packaging include increased regulatory pressure to boost recycling rates, technological advancements in recycling processes, and heightened consumer awareness about sustainable practices. These factors are likely to drive higher recycling rates across Europe, particularly in countries currently lagging behind.
Top countries in Recycled Paper Packaging Waste by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 87.39 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.027% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 78.52 | 2023 | +3.48% | +3.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Liechtenstein | 77.31 | 2023 | +2.26% | +3.82% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Luxembourg | 76.96 | 2023 | +2.42% | +0.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 74.44 | 2023 | +0.73% | +1.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 72.87 | 2023 | +0.64% | +2.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 67.49 | 2023 | +0.61% | -0.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 62.37 | 2023 | +2.11% | +2.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 61.25 | 2023 | +0.92% | +0.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 60.91 | 2023 | +0.033% | -1.75% | View data |
