In France, the share of scientific publications in waste management and disposal involving international collaboration is forecasted to rise from 44.71% in 2024 to 47.98% in 2028. In 2023, the figure stood at 44%, indicating a steady upward trend with yearly increases of approximately 1% to 2%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the period from 2024 to 2028 is expected to be around 1.8% per year.

Future trends to watch for include:

Greater emphasis on global environmental challenges that may enhance international cooperation.
Technological advancements facilitating easier cross-border research.
Increasing policy alignment across countries concerning waste management techniques.