The volume of municipal waste disposed to landfill in Finland has dramatically decreased from 672.0 thousand metric tons in 2013 to 41.0 thousand metric tons in 2023. This significant drop represents a concerted effort to manage waste more sustainably. However, from 2022 onwards, a reversal in trend has been observed, with a year-on-year increase. Specifically, the values rose by 36.67% in 2023. The 5-year CAGR leading up to 2023 was 13.26%.

Looking forward, forecast data shows a continuing increase in municipal waste disposal to landfills, with an expected growth rate of 39.58% by 2028 and a 5-year forecast CAGR of 6.9%. This trend suggests potential shifts in waste management policies or inefficiencies in recycling processes.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential policy changes to address the rising landfill volumes.
Improvements or setbacks in recycling and waste-to-energy efforts.
Technological innovations in waste management.
Public and corporate behavioral changes regarding waste production and management.