EU's Packaging and Recycling Trends
According to Eurostat's latest packaging waste data, the EU generated 79.7 million tonnes of packaging waste in 2023, resulting in an 8.7 kg reduction since 2022.
However, the total amount of waste generated appears to have increased by 21.2 kg over the past ten years.
Eurostat advises caution when comparing pre- and post-2020 figures due to methodological differences, including a harmonized calculation point for recycling and stricter accounting of composite packaging material fractions.
Key trends include a country-by-country rundown on recycling rates and consumption trends for lightweight plastic bags.
A 3% decrease was noted after the introduction of changes at the turn of the decade.
- Recycling rates vary by country.
- Consumption trends for lightweight plastic bags are also tracked.
Author's summary: EU packaging waste decreased by 8.7 kg in 2023.
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