Analyzing the European recycled plastic packaging waste by country in 2023, Lithuania leads with 25.41 kg per capita, showing a healthy year-on-year increase of 6.26%. Ireland and Germany follow with 21.33 kg and 20.57 kg, respectively, also experiencing growth rates of 4.85% and 2.28%. Notably, Finland and Malta saw the highest year-on-year increases, at 14.18% and 17.3%, respectively. Meanwhile, Estonia, Iceland, Cyprus, and Romania experienced slight declines in their recycling rates. Poland and Latvia, among others, demonstrated significant gains.
Future trends to watch include increased regulatory pressures and innovations in recycling technologies, which are likely to drive higher recycling rates across Europe. Countries lagging in 2023, such as Malta and Croatia, are expected to benefit from these advancements and see marked improvements. The focus will also shift towards harmonizing standards and practices to boost overall efficiency and effectiveness in recycling activities across the continent.
Top countries in Recycled Plastic Packaging Waste by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Lithuania | 25.41 | 2023 | +10.24% | +6.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 21.33 | 2023 | +1.57% | +4.85% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 20.57 | 2023 | +1.68% | +2.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 19.7 | 2023 | +7.3% | +1.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 18.58 | 2023 | +2.03% | +2.24% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 18.55 | 2023 | +2.94% | +3.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 17 | 2023 | +5.66% | +2.36% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 16.94 | 2023 | +3.67% | +4.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 16.5 | 2023 | +2.29% | +0.9% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 16.37 | 2023 | +12.35% | +4.04% | View data |
