In 2023, the waste management and remediation services industry in the United States generated revenue of more than 145 billion U.S. dollars, up from roughly 137 billion dollars a year earlier. The sector's revenue has nearly doubled since the beginning of the previous decade.

Each year the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) produces a report titled Advancing Sustainable Materials Management: Facts and Figures. It includes information on municipal solid waste (MSW) generation and management. The 2018 report provides information on recycled commodity values for MSW, and information on construction and demolition debris, which is outside of the scope of MSW, but is a significant component of the non-hazardous waste stream. The Facts and Figures report also provides summary information on the benefits of recycling from EPA’s 2020 Recycling Economic Information Report. The Facts and Figures webite includes recent reports (2012 to 2018) as well as historical information on materials in the U.S. municipal waste stream 1960 to 2018 (in tons). The reports for both current and historical waste prevention can be accessed at EPA’s sustainable materials management (SMM) website. The recent Annual Facts and Figures reports are accessible at the following link: https://www.epa.gov/facts-and-figures-about-materials-waste-and-recycling. Historical data as well as studies and summary tables related to the Advancing Sustainable Materials Management Report are accessible here: https://www.epa.gov/facts-and-figures-about-materials-waste-and-recycling/studies-summary-tables-and-data-related. An Excel file containing the data from 1960 – 2018 is located here: https://edg.epa.gov/data/PUBLIC/OLEM/Materials_Municipal_Waste_Stream_1960_2018.xlsx. EPA also maintains a list of state and local waste characterization studies (reports are not available for all states). You can search for your state at https://www.epa.gov/facts-and-figures-about-materials-waste-and-recycling/state-and-local-data-about-materials-waste-and.

What a Waste is a global project to aggregate data on solid waste management from around the world. This database features the statistics collected through the effort, covering nearly all countries and over 330 cities. The metrics included cover all steps from the waste management value chain, including waste generation, composition, collection, and disposal, as well as information on user fees and financing, the informal sector, administrative structures, public communication, and legal information. The information presented is the best available based on a study of current literature and limited conversations with waste agencies and authorities. While there may be variations in the definitions and quality of reporting for individual data points, general trends should reflect the global reality. All sources and any estimations are noted.

Global waste generation is expected to continue increasing around the world over the coming decades. In 2016, the total waste generation in East Asia and the Pacific amounted to *** million metric tons. Projections show that by 2050, waste generation in this region will increase to *** million metric tons. Per capita waste generation In 2018, Americans produced the most municipal solid waste per capita in the world, with **** kilograms per person. Municipal solid waste (MSW) consists of everyday items that are thrown away, such as food, packaging, and paper. However, MSW doesn’t include special waste. The special waste category comprises of industrial, medical, electronic waste, hazardous, and agricultural waste. Estimates show that when these waste streams are taken into account, Canada has the largest annual waste per capita worldwide. Waste management Whilst developed nations such as the United States are large producers of garbage, they have the waste treatment infrastructure in place to sufficiently manage it. Waste in North America is mostly landfilled and recycled. However, waste is poorly managed in less developed regions. In South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa, huge quantities of waste are disposed of in open dumps. Unlike MSW landfills, open dumping is illegal because it can cause devastating environmental pollution.

In 2021, the volume of managed waste in Indonesia was approximately ***** million metric tons. Through the Presidential Regulation No. 97 in 2017, Indonesia has targeted a ** percent waste reduction and ** percent solid waste handling by 2025.

Public Resources Code (PRC) Section 42926 requires each State agency and large State facility to submit an Annual Waste Management Report to the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). The report must summarize each agency’s diversion programs specific to their activities that are used to meet the 50 percent diversion of solid waste goal (as required by PRC Section 42921) for the previous calendar year. This data includes the diversion program activities within the annual reports for 2011-2014. More detailed historical data can be found at http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/StateAgency/Reporting/ . In addition, the second half of the annual report that contains agency program activities, including disposal data for each agency can be found in the associated dataset SARCWasteProgramActivites20112014.

Graph and download economic data for All Employees, Waste Management and Remediation Services (CEU6056200001) from Jan 1990 to Jun 2025 about waste, management, professional, establishment survey, business, services, employment, and USA.

Amount of municipal waste collected by or on behalf of municipalities in the Netherlands. Amount of waste by type of waste, province, municipal size class and degree of urbanisation. Statistical information on waste treatment.

Municipalities that collectively manage waste collection centres (milieustraat), assign the waste flows to participating municipalities based on the proportion of inhabitants of the total. The Zeeuwse Reinigingsdienst (ZRD) until 2021 assigned the waste flows based on the proportion of weighed kilograms per waste collection centre in relation to the total for the municipalities in the province of Zeeland, but has now switched to assigning them based on the proportion of inhabitants as well. This cause a break with regards to earlier years of the times series, and 2021 en 2020 data cannot be easily compared for the province of Zeeland.

Because the response rate of the survey is lower at the time provisional data is published, figures are partly estimated. Because of a change in the method with which the estimates are calculated, the figures are less reliable for smaller flows of waste that do not have national coverage (such as diapers) when provisional data are published.

Data available from: 1993

Status of the figures: TThe 2021, 2022 and 2023 data are revised provisional; all other data are final.

Changes as of 13 December 2024: Final data for 2020 have been added. New revised provisional data for 2021, 2022 and 2023 have been added.

When will new figures be published? Provisional data for 2024 will be published in July 2025.

May 25, 2019 At the request of the (OECMA) Oneisom Environment Conservation Management Association, EPA Chuuk held a workshop on Solid Waste Management at Truk Stop Hotel today. Mayor of Oneisom Municiapality, Mr Enrino Paul, Director of OECMA, Ms Evelyn Paul along with a number of coordinators from different Municipal groups attended the workshop. Concepts of waste management focusing on 3Rs, Segregation of waste, policies and regulations and Proper Disposal of wastes were some of the topics of today's workshop. As workshop ended, scheduled events were arranged for a continuous working relationship between OECMA and Chuuk EPA .

United States US: Municipal Waste Generated: Kg per Capita data was reported at 810.850 kg in 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 749.730 kg for 2017. United States US: Municipal Waste Generated: Kg per Capita data is updated yearly, averaging 752.980 kg from Dec 1990 (Median) to 2018, with 29 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 810.850 kg in 2018 and a record low of 725.380 kg in 2009. United States US: Municipal Waste Generated: Kg per Capita data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.OECD.GGI: Environmental: Waste Management: OECD Member: Annual.

ESG DATA PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Market-leading ESG dataset tracking corporate waste management performance across 4,000+ global companies. Our data provides granular breakdowns of hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams, alongside comprehensive coverage of disposal methods and recovery rates. Through rigorous standardization of waste categories and treatment methods, we enable precise cross-company comparisons and sectoral benchmarking.

ESG DATA PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS

• Company Coverage:              4,000+ companies • Geographical Coverage:       Global • Sectorial Coverage:                All sectors • Data Historical Range:           2021 - 2024 • Median Data History:             2 years • Data Traceability Rate:           100% • Data Frequency:                     Annual • Average Reporting Lag:         3 months • Data Format:                            Most Recent/Point-in-Time

UNIQUE DATA VALUE PROPOSITION

Uncompromised Standardization

When company waste data do not align with standard waste reporting frameworks, our team of environmental engineers meticulously maps the reported data to the correct waste categories and disposal methods. This guarantees uniformity and comparability across our dataset, bridging the gap created by diverse reporting formats.

Precision in Every Figure

Our advanced cross-source data precision matching algorithm ensures that the most accurate data is always delivered. For instance, an exact figure like 1,542,450 tCO2e is prioritized over a rounded figure like 1,500,000 tCO2e, reflecting our dedication to precision and detail.

Accuracy in Every Metric

Our advanced cross-source data precision matching algorithm ensures that the most accurate data is always delivered. For instance, an exact figure like 15,245 metric tons of waste is prioritized over a rounded figure like 15,000 metric tons, reflecting our dedication to precision and detail.

Unbiased Data Integrity

Our approach is grounded in delivering waste data exactly as reported by companies, without making inferences or estimates for undisclosed data. This strict adherence to factual reporting ensures the integrity of the data you receive, providing an unaltered and accurate view of corporate waste management.

End-to-End Data Traceability

Every data point we provide is directly traceable to its original source, down to the page numbers and exact coordinates within source documents. This level of detail ensures you have access to the most reliable and verifiable waste data available, equipping you with data you can trust completely.

Full-Scope Boundary Verification

We tag waste figures that do not cover a company's entire organizational or operational boundaries with an 'Incomplete Boundaries' attribute. This attribute enhances transparency and ensures the comparability of our data by keeping you informed of any potential limitations.

USE CASES

Asset Management

Utilize waste management data for comprehensive portfolio management, including SFDR and TNFD compliance reporting, sustainability benchmarking, risk analysis, thematic investment strategies focused on circular economy, and stewardship activities. The data enables assessment of waste-related risks, identification of sustainability leaders, and supports engagement with portfolio companies.

Financial Institutions & Banking

Leverage waste data for credit risk assessment, green lending, environmental due diligence, regulatory compliance, and supply chain finance. The data supports evaluation of borrower operational efficiency, structuring of sustainability-linked products, and development of circular economy financing solutions.

FinTech

Develop technology solutions incorporating waste management data, including ESG analytics platforms, sustainability reporting solutions, supply chain analytics tools, impact measurement platforms, and sustainable investment apps for retail investors, enabling comprehensive assessment and monitoring of corporate waste performance.

GreenTech & ClimateTech

Use waste data to power circular economy solutions, waste management software, environmental compliance platforms, and sustainability management software, enabling optimization of waste operations, regulatory compliance monitoring, and comprehensive environmental performance tracking.

Corporates

Employ waste data for performance benchmarking against industry peers, supply chain optimization, sustainability reporting, and procurement strategy development, enabling data-driven decision-making in waste management and circular economy initiatives.

Professional Services & Consulting

Utilize waste data for industry research and benchmarking, ESG advisory services, sustainability strategy development, and regulatory compliance advisory, helping clients improve environmental performance and meet regulatory requirements.

Research & Academia

Analyze waste management data for enviro...

In 2020, nearly ** percent of global municipal waste was disposed of in an uncontrolled form, likely ending up in open dumps or burned. Recycling only accounted for ** percent of municipal waste disposal that year, with another ** percent ending up in landfills.

This dataset hosts all related documents pertaining to solid waste management in FSM;

1. FSM National Solid Waste Management Strategy 2015-2020.
2. "Good Practices booklets 2015 / 2016 that focus on the progress and challenges demonstrated by each of the four states in relation to the five components of the J-PRISM project. These five components are a) Policy, b) Awareness, c) Landfill Management, d)Collection and Disposal, and e) Recycling.
3. List of existing policies and legislations for solid waste management

(i) Municipal waste is mainly produced by households, similar wastes from sources such as commerce, offices and public institutions are included. The amount of municipal waste generated consists of waste collected by or on behalf of municipal authorities and disposed of through the waste management system. The amount of municipal waste treatment is reported for the treatment operations incineration (with and without energy recovery), recycling, composting and landfilling. Data are available in thousand tonnes and kilograms per person. Wastes from agriculture and from industries are not included. (ii) Reporting units may be legal units (waste collectors, waste treatment facilities etc.) or institutions (e.g. communities or cities). Observation units are units of weight of waste and units of weight per capita. (iii) The European Union is presented in its current composition. The publication also contains data for EU-Candidate Countries and EFTA countries (Norway, Iceland, Switzerland and Liechtenstein) as well as the potential Candidate Countries Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kosovo. (iv) Data on municipal waste are collected via a subset of the Eurostat / OECD Joint Questionnaire.

About the Dataset: Waste Management and Recycling in India

Overview:

This dataset provides comprehensive information on waste management and recycling practices in various cities across India. It includes key data related to waste generation, recycling rates, population density, municipal efficiency, landfill details, and more. The data spans multiple years (2019–2023) and covers a range of waste types, including plastic, organic waste, electronic waste (e-waste), construction waste, and hazardous waste.

Purpose:

The dataset aims to: - Promote efficient waste management practices across Indian cities. - Analyze trends in recycling and waste disposal methods. - Provide insights for improving municipal management systems. - Support research and development in sustainability, environmental science, and urban planning.

Columns:

1. City/District: The name of the Indian city or district.
2. Waste Type: Type of waste generated, e.g., Plastic, Organic, E-Waste, Construction, Hazardous.
3. Waste Generated (Tons/Day): Amount of waste generated in tons per day.
4. Recycling Rate (%): The percentage of waste that is recycled.
5. Population Density (People/km²): The number of people per square kilometer in the city.
6. Municipal Efficiency Score (1-10): A score indicating how effectively the municipality manages waste (e.g., waste segregation, collection, disposal).
7. Disposal Method: The method used for waste disposal (e.g., Landfill, Recycling, Incineration, Composting).
8. Cost of Waste Management (₹/Ton): The cost of managing one ton of waste in Indian Rupees.
9. Awareness Campaigns Count: The number of awareness campaigns organized by the municipality in that year related to waste management.
10. Landfill Name: The name of the landfill site used by the city.
11. Landfill Location (Lat, Long): The geographical location (latitude and longitude) of the landfill.
12. Landfill Capacity (Tons): The total waste capacity (in tons) that the landfill can hold.
13. Year: The year of the data entry, ranging from 2019 to 2023.

Applications:

• Urban Planning: The dataset can be used to analyze and optimize waste management infrastructure in urban areas.
• Sustainability Research: It can help in studying the progress of recycling and waste reduction strategies.
• Policy Making: Government bodies can use this data to craft policies aimed at improving waste management and recycling rates.
• Machine Learning/AI: The dataset can be used to build models for predicting waste generation trends, recycling outcomes, and municipal efficiency.

Sources:

• The data is simulated for this dataset based on average waste management practices observed in Indian cities.
• Real-world data could come from municipal corporations, environmental agencies, and government reports on waste management.

In 2023, the total volume of solid waste in Thailand amounted to around ***** million metric tons. This was an increase compared to the previous year. In that year, around **** million metric tons of solid waste in the country were recycled waste.

This new data class brings over data from the Waste Management Information System (WMIS), which is an MS Access based database used by MNR to track Waste Management Sites. This was married with the spatial data from Waste Disposal Sites where possible Different Waste Disposal Site types collected by the Ministry of Natural Resources include: * Compost Disposal * Hazardous Waste Disposal * Household Waste Disposal * Industrial Waste Disposal * Septic Drying Bed * Septic Field * Sewage Disposal * Tile Bed * Transfer Station This product requires the use of GIS software. *[GIS]: geographic information system *[MNR]: Ministry of Natural Resources *[WMIS]: Waste Management Information System *[MS]: Microsoft