In 2023, Germany led European non-renewable waste consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector with 965.87 thousand tonnes oil equivalent, increasing by 1.33%. Romania saw a significant rise of 25.85%, whereas Poland decreased by 2.7%. Italy and Hungary showed notable growth at 6.4% and 7.48%, respectively. Conversely, Ireland experienced a slight decline. Lithuania recorded a remarkable 30.28% increase. Over the past five years, most EU countries showed gradual growth, reflecting steady demand in the sector.
Future trends to watch include the potential impacts of sustainability initiatives and regulations on reducing waste, the increasing integration of circular economy principles, and technological advancements aimed at minimizing non-renewable resource consumption in the non-metallic minerals sector.
Top countries in Non-Renewable Waste Final Consumption in Non-Metallic Minerals Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 965.87 | 2023 | +2.68% | +1.33% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 674.45 | 2023 | -3.9% | -2.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 438.02 | 2023 | +18.88% | +25.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 380.92 | 2023 | +7.54% | +1.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 277.05 | 2023 | +2.78% | +2.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 224.77 | 2023 | +5.16% | +0.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 205.86 | 2023 | +2.79% | +6.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 197.67 | 2023 | +2.48% | +1.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 163.6 | 2023 | +0.49% | +2.68% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 119.14 | 2023 | +7.47% | +7.48% | View data |
