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The available data reveals significant differences across EU countries. Austria (782 kg per person, 2023 data), Denmark (755 kg), and Belgium (699 kg) recorded the highest levels of municipal waste per person. The lowest amount of waste per person was generated in Romania (305 kg, 2023 data), Estonia (375 kg) and Poland (387 kg).  

The analysis finds that the use of processed steel scrap in domestic production reduces raw material and environmental costs by approximately €6.2 billion per year. Across the European Union, the annual economic benefit is estimated at around €28 billion.

Across Europe and the United Kingdom, more than two million hospitality businesses handle substantial volumes of glass packaging. On average, each establishment generates around 1.5 tonnes of glass waste annually, underlining the sector's relevance for material recovery.

BioSupPack demonstrates circular packaging from brewery waste using PHA and PHB bioplastics, supporting PPWR compliance and scalable industrial applications.

Sesotec presents AI-based sorting technologies at IFAT 2026 for efficient recycling of plastics and glass, including solutions for carbon black and modular systems.

TOMRA presents new AI sorting solutions at IFAT 2026, marking 30 years of AUTOSORT™ and advancing deep learning in recycling operations.

The focus is on RIGK PPWR recycling solutions, including practical take-back systems, services related to the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, as well as certification and material transparency. These elements are positioned as a basis for increasing recyclate use and implementing circular processes under market conditions.

Sensor-based sorting enables plaster-free mineral fractions for recycled concrete, meeting strict Swiss standards and ensuring consistent material quality.

ELV Forum launched to support EU vehicle recycling rules, improve EPR implementation and strengthen cooperation among producer responsibility organisations.

The event was organised by AITIIP Technology Centre as coordinator, together with INNOVARUM, Safe Food Advocacy Europe and EROSKI. Around 50 participants from the agri-food sector, public institutions and innovation networks attended.