The recycling of lead batteries in Italy has shown a fluctuating trend over the past decade. In 2023, the volume stood at 148.88 thousand metric tons. The market experienced significant growth from 2014 to 2017, with notable year-on-year increases of 24.15% in 2015 and 23.22% in 2016. However, post-2017, there was a decline, stabilizing around 147-148 thousand metric tons from 2019 onwards. The year-on-year variation in 2023 was 0.47%, reflecting a stabilization. The last five-year CAGR presents an almost flat trend, slightly negative at -0.0091%. Forecasts for 2024-2028 predict a modest growth rate with a 5-year CAGR of 0.3%, resulting in a total growth of 1.51% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in recycling technologies, regulatory changes promoting sustainability, and shifts in lead-acid battery usage versus alternatives. The minor growth suggests that while the market remains stable, innovations and policy shifts could alter the landscape significantly. Monitoring these factors will be key for stakeholders.
