Germany leads in non-renewable waste final consumption within Europe's chemical and petrochemical sectors, with 7.17 thousand terajoules in 2023, followed by Italy and Austria. Notable year-on-year changes include Portugal's 48.7% increase and Hungary's 31.95% growth. Conversely, Belgium experienced a significant decline of 16.74%. Over the last two years, Romania displayed a robust upward trend of 11.13%, whereas Germany faced a contraction of 2.07%. Finland and France saw modest growth. Hungary and Portugal’s impressive gains suggest potential market dynamism.
Future trends to monitor include the shift towards sustainability and stricter EU regulations. Countries such as Germany may focus on reducing non-renewable waste, impacting future data with potential declines. Emerging markets like Hungary and Portugal may continue their upward trajectory, supported by technological advances and policy incentives. Industry innovation aiming at increased efficiency could shift consumption patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Non-Renewable Waste Final Consumption in Chemical and Petrochemical Sectors by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 7,170 | 2023 | +2.47% | -2.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 3,360 | 2023 | +2.49% | +0.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 3,300 | 2023 | +0.42% | +4.52% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 1,630 | 2023 | +5.91% | +4.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 1,360 | 2023 | +26.89% | +11.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 1,190 | 2023 | +11.32% | +3.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 1,080 | 2023 | +5.66% | +0.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 771.59 | 2023 | +9.41% | -1.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 663.02 | 2023 | +6.3% | +3.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 589 | 2023 | +2.79% | +1.9% | View data |
