European Gross Available Energy of Non-Renewable Waste by Country

In 2023, Germany led the European nations in gross available energy of non-renewable waste with 4.35 million tonnes of oil equivalent. Countries like France, the UK, and Italy also recorded significant usage, with the UK witnessing the highest year-on-year growth at approximately 6%. Meanwhile, Poland and Austria showed stable year-on-year increases. The Netherlands and Spain experienced minor declines, while Bulgaria and Croatia saw notable growth rates exceeding 9% and 23%, respectively. The UK's considerable increase suggests a thriving waste-to-energy sector.

Key Future Trends to Watch:

• Increasing adoption of circular economy models may reduce non-renewable waste energy reliance.
• Countries may aim to meet EU directives on waste management, potentially lowering gross available energy figures.
• Technological advancements in waste processing could further impact future levels of non-renewable waste energy consumption.
• Continued growth is expected in Eastern European countries, enhancing regional energy self-sufficiency.