In 2023, Poland led with the highest consumption share of non-renewable industrial waste at 16.51 terajoules, followed by Germany and Romania. Among notable increases, Romania and Bulgaria reported significant year-on-year growth at 25.85% and 13.18%, respectively. Finland, albeit on a smaller base, showed a dramatic 108.07% rise. Lithuania also saw a sizeable increase of 30.26%, indicating volatility among smaller economies. Conversely, major economies like Germany and Poland experienced relatively stable, minimal variation around 1%.
Looking ahead, the European non-metallic minerals sector is likely to see shifts influenced by policy directions focused on circular economy and sustainability. Countries with high fossil fuel dependency may experience pressures to innovate in waste management and reduce non-renewable waste use. Monitoring compliance with European Union directives and advancements in renewable material technology will be pivotal in shaping future consumption trends.
Top countries in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector Final Consumption of Non-Renewable Industrial Waste Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 16.51 | 2023 | +3.28% | +0.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 15.01 | 2023 | +0.0087% | +0.0087% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 11.93 | 2023 | +18.72% | +25.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10.39 | 2023 | +8.04% | +1.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 7.7 | 2023 | +3.55% | +2.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 6.2 | 2023 | +5.73% | +0.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 5.59 | 2023 | +2.69% | +6.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 5.13 | 2023 | +2.15% | +0.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 4.72 | 2023 | +5.07% | +3.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 2.8 | 2023 | +1.08% | +1.3% | View data |
