Spain leads in European recycled wooden packaging waste with 29.95 kilograms per capita in 2024, significantly up by 49.21% from 2023. Latvia, Italy, and Belgium follow with values of 21.85, 21.26, and 16.63 respectively. Notably, Ireland and Iceland have seen declines. Meanwhile, Sweden's significant increase of 38.05% stands out. France and Norway remain low with small positive changes. Despite variations, most countries show a positive trend year-on-year, reflecting a growing emphasis on recycling and sustainability.
Future trends to watch:
- Continued growth in Spain and other leading countries as they strengthen recycling initiatives.
- Potential recovery in countries showing declines, such as Ireland and Iceland.
- Increased investment in recycling infrastructure across Europe may drive up lower performing countries like France and Norway.
- Impact of European Union regulations and funding on standardizing recycling efforts and improving overall waste management practices.
Top countries in Recycled Wooden Packaging Waste by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 29.95 | 2023 | +26.64% | +49.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Latvia | 21.85 | 2023 | +2.97% | +17.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 21.26 | 2023 | +0.047% | +2.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 16.63 | 2023 | +2.09% | +0.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 15.44 | 2023 | +9.82% | +5.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 13.47 | 2023 | -0.15% | +5.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 11.99 | 2023 | +1.87% | +4.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 10.97 | 2023 | +10.14% | +12.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 10.16 | 2023 | +0.4% | +10.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 9.31 | 2023 | -4.51% | -2.51% | View data |
