The European electricity production from non-renewable waste shows stark contrasts among countries. Germany leads with 24.81 terajoules, followed by the UK at 21.43 terajoules. Significant annual growth is seen in Slovakia (88.92%) and Lithuania (38.9%), while Bulgaria declines notably (-14.94%). Over the past five years, Slovakia and Poland have shown significant growth rates, driven by advancements in waste-to-energy technology, though the broader European trend is mixed with many countries seeing modest increases or decreases.
Future trends may emphasize environmental regulations, encouraging countries to invest in alternative energy sources and optimize waste recycling. Monitoring policy changes and technological advancements in waste treatment will be vital.
Top countries in Gross Electricity Production of Non-Renewable Waste Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 24.81 | 2023 | +2.57% | +0.025% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 21.43 | 2023 | +3.9% | +5.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8.49 | 2023 | +0.63% | -0.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.65 | 2023 | -1.13% | -1.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 7.26 | 2023 | +1.81% | -0.81% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 6.15 | 2023 | +2.53% | +2.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 4.53 | 2023 | +1.49% | +0.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3.51 | 2023 | +2.54% | -0.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 2.91 | 2023 | +2.31% | +3.33% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.68 | 2023 | +2.21% | +1.3% | View data |