The analysis of the European Paper, Pulp, and Printing sector's final consumption of non-renewable industrial waste in 2023 reveals significant differences between countries. Hungary leads with 34.81 terajoules, experiencing a notable year-on-year increase of 25%. France and Belgium follow, with France seeing a similar 25.58% rise. The Netherlands exhibits the most considerable growth at 29.35%, while Norway's consumption sharply decreases by 54.28%. Germany has also seen a reduction of 16.63%. These variations reflect diverse national responses to environmental policies and industrial practices.
Future trends to watch in this sector include increased regulation and incentives aimed at reducing non-renewable waste consumption. Countries may invest in innovative technologies and recycling infrastructures to diminish dependency on non-renewable sources, potentially leading to a decreased overall terajoule consumption across the continent.
Top countries in Paper, Pulp and Printing Sector Final Consumption of Non-Renewable Industrial Waste Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Hungary | 34.81 | 2023 | +10.9% | +25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 16.97 | 2023 | +4.87% | +25.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 16.36 | 2023 | +8.46% | +1.52% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 9.95 | 2023 | -1.95% | +4.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 7.63 | 2023 | +7.62% | -2.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 4.91 | 2023 | +5.82% | +1.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 4.03 | 2023 | +9.1% | +10.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 3.78 | 2023 | 0% | -16.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 1.21 | 2023 | +14.98% | +29.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.25 | 2023 | +8.89% | View data |
