In 2023, Spain led waste management expenditure in Europe at €3.88 billion, marking a 3.51% increase from the previous year. Germany, while a major economy, showed the lowest expenditure among the larger countries at €0.97 billion, with a marginal growth of 1.02%. The countries of Central and Eastern Europe, such as the Czech Republic and Romania, experienced higher growth rates, particularly Romania with a 7.22% increase. Conversely, Portugal and Norway saw reduced expenditure, down by 8.92% and 6.33% respectively. Over the last five years, significant growth was observed in Italy, Iceland, and Romania.
Future trends in waste management spending highlight the importance of adapting to environmental policies and circular economy initiatives. Countries with rising expenditure, particularly in Eastern Europe, may focus more on technology integration for waste reduction. Western Europe, while more stable, might optimize existing systems to achieve sustainability targets. Monitoring innovative practices across regions will provide insights into maintaining and enhancing waste management frameworks.
Top countries in NPISH and General Government Final Consumption Expenditure on Waste Management by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 3,880 | 2023 | +1.73% | +3.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 2,250 | 2023 | +2.16% | +2.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 1,460 | 2023 | +5.2% | +10.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 1,310 | 2023 | +2.19% | +3.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Switzerland | 1,280 | 2023 | +0.28% | +2.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 1,090 | 2023 | +0.24% | +0.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 1,070 | 2023 | +1.61% | +1.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 970 | 2023 | +1.36% | +1.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 820.1 | 2023 | +2.24% | +2.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 747.1 | 2023 | +1.77% | +2.4% | View data |
