European Total Waste Intra-EU28 Imports by Country

In 2023, Germany led European Total Waste Intra-EU28 imports, with Belgium and Italy following. Growth was strongest in Malta, with Germany, Poland, Romania, and Hungary also showing positive trends. France and Greece saw declines. Key observations included a diverse performance across countries, with Eastern European countries like Lithuania and Bulgaria showing notable increases. Meanwhile, countries like Slovakia, Cyprus, and Croatia faced declines.

Future trends to watch include sustainability policies, potential regulation changes, and the impact of circular economy strategies, which could alter import dynamics, encouraging shifts toward recycling and waste reduction within Europe.