The recovered plastic packaging waste in Spain is forecasted to increase from 26.33 kg per capita in 2024 to 29.55 kg per capita in 2028. The year-on-year variation shows a steady annual growth rate: 3.08% from 2024 to 2025, 2.98% from 2025 to 2026, 2.86% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.78% from 2027 to 2028. When considering the compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) for this five-year period from 2024 to 2028, it averages approximately 2.92% per year. This reflects a consistent and progressive upward trend in recovered plastic packaging waste.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in recycling processes, shifts in regulatory policies favouring sustainability, and increased consumer awareness about environmental issues. These factors could drive further improvements in the recovery rates of plastic packaging waste beyond current forecasts.
