In 2023, Germany led in paper packaging waste generation with 103.31 kg per capita, showing a 0.54% year-on-year increase. Luxembourg, despite a high 90.54 kg per capita, saw a slight decrease by -0.31%. Significant increases were observed in countries like Romania (10.92%), Finland (5.38%), and Slovenia (4.69%). Conversely, Cyprus and Bulgaria saw reductions of -2.42% and -1.74% respectively. The overall trend suggests growing paper packaging waste in most European countries, with notable exceptions.
Future Trends to Watch: With the push for sustainability, Europe might see a shift towards reduced paper packaging waste due to increased recycling efforts and eco-friendly packaging innovations. Monitoring the impact of green policies and corporate responsibility initiatives will be crucial.
Top countries in Generated Paper Packaging Waste by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 103.31 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Luxembourg | 90.54 | 2023 | +0.94% | -0.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Liechtenstein | 90.04 | 2023 | +1.8% | +3.03% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 89.56 | 2023 | +0.36% | +0.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 88.11 | 2023 | +1.21% | +1.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 83.1 | 2023 | -0.14% | +4.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 82.74 | 2023 | +1.68% | +1.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 80.16 | 2023 | +0.73% | +1.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 79.51 | 2023 | -0.1% | +2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 77.69 | 2023 | +0.96% | +0.93% | View data |
