The non-ferrous metal sector in Germany is projected to see a steady increase in final consumption of non-renewable waste, growing from 263 Terajoules in 2024 to 289 Terajoules by 2028. This represents an overall rise driven by sectoral demand, with annual increments between 2.3% and 2.6% year-on-year. The compound annual growth rate over this five-year period is approximately 2.4%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological innovations that might reduce non-renewable waste in metal production.
- Regulatory changes aiming to minimize environmental impacts and encourage sustainable practices.
- Market dynamics affecting demand for non-ferrous metals, which could influence waste consumption.
