European Recovered Packaging Waste Share by Country (Metric Tons)

In 2024, Germany leads in recovered packaging waste in Europe, with 24.36 metric tons, followed by Italy and France. The two-year variations show notable growth in Poland (4.49%) and Ireland (5.36%), while Germany's increase is restrained at 1.08%. The five-year CAGR highlights rapid expansion in smaller markets like Bulgaria, Lithuania, and Cyprus, exceeding 4% annually. Larger markets show modest growth, suggesting potential saturation.

Future trends to consider include:

• Increasing focus on circular economy policies, particularly in Western and Northern Europe.
• Potential growth in Eastern European countries driven by EU environmental funding and regulations.
• Innovation in recycling technologies influencing overall recovery rates across all countries.