Europe Plastic Waste Management Market Research Report - Segmentation By Material (Polypropylene, Polystyrene, Polyethylene, Polyethylene Terephthalate), By Treatment (Recycling, Collection, Disposal), By Product Type (Construction, Electrical, and Electronic, Automotive, Packaging, others), and By Country (UK, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Poland, Switzerland, Netherlands, and Rest of Europe) – Industry Forecast (2024 to 2029)

Updated On: January, 2024
ID: 13472
Pages: 130

Europe Plastic Waste Management Market Size (2023-2028):

The Europe Plastic Waste Management Market was valued at USD 36.96 Billion in 2022. By the end of 2030, the estimated value of Plastic Waste Management is USD 59.24 Billion. Therefore, the expected CAGR is calculated to be up to 5.4% during the forecast period.

Plastic Waste Management is one of the significant causes in the world. The main reason behind Plastic Waste Management is to reduce plastic usage. Plastic usage is generally reduced by recycling, reusing, and reducing. 

Europe Plastic Waste Management Market Drivers:

Plastic Waste Management is an important way to control the growth of Plastic. The awareness of reducing Plastic is increasing and helping the market growth of the Europe Plastic Waste Management Market. With the help of Plastic Waste Management, the illegal and unnecessary dumping of Plastic is avoided. The dumping of Plastic in random areas causes damage to the environment by causing soil pollution. Burning Plastic also causes air pollution. These are avoided with Plastic Waste Management, which works on reducing the usage of Plastic in an ecofriendly manner. Plastic is generally used for many items in daily life. The usage of Plastic can be reduced by first collecting disposable Plastic. Then the Plastic is recycled so it can be used and reused again. This reduces unnecessary new plastic production and boosts the market growth of Europe's plastic Waste Management. By reducing the usage of new raw materials, we also reduce the increase of greenhouse gases, reducing pollution. By controlling Plastic, global warming is reduced and helps give the next generation a healthy environment. Plastic not only harms the soil and climate but also harms animals. Some small particles of Plastic are often consumed by animals and birds, causing health hazards. The time taken by Plastic to disintegrate is extremely large, and this is supporting the market growth of Europe Plastic Waste Management. Industries and households generally produce plastic waste. Large amounts of industrial waste are produced every year. Plastic Waste Management helps industries dispose of Plastic in an effective method without causing any harm to the environment. 

Europe Plastic Waste Management Market Opportunities:

The increase in the number of industries, in turn, increases the plastic dumping from the industries. This increases the demand for Plastic Waste Management. Growing awareness among people is also likely to positively impact the growth of the Europe plastic management market. The growing population is also one of the main concerns for increasing the usage of Plastic; this is also an additional attribute for the market to grow. This can be avoided by increasing the recycling of Plastic. By recycling Plastic, climate change can be avoided by controlling the pollution caused by Plastic. Many concerned people are joining an organization or forming an organization to fight against the harmful usages of Plastic. These organizations are helping the collection of plastics in places like beaches and mountains by organizing many people. These are expected to help the growth of the Europe Plastic Waste Management Market during the forecast period.

Europe Plastic Waste Management Market Restraints:

The recycling of Plastic is a complicated process. Many chemicals are used in the process of recycling and are generally harmful. The recycling process of Plastic requires burning the Plastic until it melts, and then they recycle them into new recycled Plastic. This releases very harmful chemicals into the environment. These chemicals affect the workers and nearby plant and animal life. In addition, these chemicals are bound to recycled Plastics, which are major challenging factors for market growth. 

Europe Plastic Waste Management Market Key Developments:

  • In November 2022, the Plastics founder André Vanyi-Robin said a partnership was formed between governments and many companies to reduce plastic pollution. The recycled plastic ratio is low compared to dumped Plastic. This partnership is expected to improve this ratio and reduce plastic pollution. This is expected to help the market growth of the Europe Plastic Waste Management Market during the forecast period.

  • In November 2022, a coalition was formed between many private companies and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to control the dumping of plastic package waste. They expect to reduce the consequences of Plastic by Reducing waste. This partnership is expected to support the future growth of the Europe Plastic Waste Management Market.

  • In November 2022, the United Kingdom is now on the verge of permanently reducing Plastic Pollution. Environment Secretary Thérèse Coffey says this. They are expected to reach a positive decision in future meetings. This goal is expected to positively impact the Europe Plastic Waste Management Market during the forecast period.

Market Segmentation:

Europe Plastic Waste Management Market- By Material:

  • Polypropylene
  • Polystyrene
  • Polyethylene
  • Polyethylene Terephthalate

Based on segmentation by Material, Polystyrene has the highest share in this segment and is the most economical of these materials. Polyethylene is used to make items such as carry bags, garbage bags, coating for wires, phone protectors, small items, etc. In addition, polystyrene is used to make economical household stuff such as boxes, cups, experimental beakers, bags for chips, and most hospital-required items. Polystyrene dominates this segment mainly because of its chemical resistance. The polyethylene segment is expected to hit the highest CAGR in the coming years. 

Europe Plastic Waste Management Market - By Treatment:

  • Recycling 
  • Collection 
  • Disposal

Plastic Waste Management follows three treatments to protect the environment. The Disposal of Plastic assumes the largest size in this segment. The unsafe disposal of Plastic dangers the environment, animals, and plants near the disposal area. So many countries are applying the safe disposal techniques of the Plastic Waste Management Market. This is increasing the growth of the Europe Plastic Waste Management Market. The recycling of Plastics is also growing and becoming an important part of safely treating plastics. The collection is also a very important part of the Plastic Waste Management Market. Many organizations are helping in the collection of Plastic Waste. 

 Europe Plastic Waste Management Market - By Product Type:

  • Construction
  • Electrical and Electronic
  • Automotive
  • Packaging
  • Others

Based on the segmentation by Product Type, the packaging segment is leading with the dominant shares of the market. Packaging is one of the common forms of plastics. They are used in packaging cartons of juices, food packaging, toys, etc. Electrical products always require plastic insulation. The automotive parts also use different polymers of Plastic. A large amount of Plastic is thrown into waste during construction jobs. All these products release large amounts of Plastic Waste. 

Europe Plastic Waste Management Market - By Country:

  • UK
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • France
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Denmark
  • Poland
  • Switzerland
  • Netherlands
  • Rest of Europe

The Plastic Waste Management Market is expected to have significant growth in Europe. The UK is expected to increase the productivity of the Europe Plastic Waste Management Market with its new green initiatives to end plastic pollution by 2040. Many key players in the UK are supporting this cause and improving their companies in the guidelines of green initiatives. This is expected to increase the market growth of the Europe Plastic Waste Management Market during the forecast period. Germany has the largest market size in Europe. These countries are expected to drive market growth during the forecast period.

Impact of COVID-19 on the Europe Plastic Waste Management Market:

During the pandemic, many people suffered from COVID-19. As a result, the Plastic Waste Management demand increased during the pandemic for safely disposing of medical waste without any human touch. This helped the market growth of Europe's Plastic Waste Management during the pandemic period.

Market Key Players:

  1. SUEZ
  2. Veolia Environment
  3. Remondis SE
  4. Biffa
  5. Waste Connections Inc.
  6. Stericycle
  7. Clean Harbors
  8. Waste Management Inc.
  9. TANA Oy
  10. Envac Group

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which country is dominating the growth of the Europe Plastic Waste Management Market?

Europe's Plastic Waste Management Market is dominated by Germany, with the largest share.

How is Europe Plastic Waste Management Market segmented?

The Europe Plastic Waste Management Market is segmented by Material, Treatment, and Product Type.

How do Products segment the Plastic Waste Management Market?

By Construction, Electrical, and Electronic, Automotive, Packaging, others.

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