Between 2014 and 2023, the volume of municipal waste incinerated in Chile showed significant fluctuations with notable peaks and troughs. In 2017, the incinerated waste saw a massive increase of 266.67%, followed by a steep decline in 2018 by 72.73%. The values stabilized at 0.005 from 2019 to 2023, indicating a stagnation in the growth trend during this period.
The forecast from 2024 to 2028 predicts that the volume of waste incinerated will remain constant at 0.005, implying no growth or decline, with a 5-year CAGR of 0%. The data highlights a stabilization trend post-2018, with no anticipated changes in the upcoming years.
Future trends to watch for include potential advancements in waste management technologies, regulatory changes, and shifts towards sustainable and environmental-friendly practices which could alter the volume of waste being incinerated.