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A Year of Continuing Digitalization, Ambitious Sustainability Goals, and Innovative Technologies Is Tempered by Reaction to the COVID-19 Pandemic
18-Dec-2020
North America
Market Research
MF67-01-00-00-00
EN01231-NA-MT_25068
A sustainable future requires a holistic approach across the entire waste management system. Responding quickly to market fluctuations, redefining growth, investing in innovative solutions and technologies, and focusing on long-term benefits can turn market challenges into business opportunities. Sustainability-minded enterprises and consumers are the key to tackle the global waste crisis. Maximization of resources and a focus on circularity of materials and products supported by green factories and zero-waste consumers, cities, and industries will help to strike a balance between environmental protection and financial gains.
The study focuses on the global waste recycling market across following market segments: municipal solid waste (MSW), industrial waste, hazardous waste, WEEE, construction & demolition waste, and plastic packaging waste. The waste recycling market covers the process of sorting waste and turning it into a valuable resource for a more sustainable future while creating business opportunities for market participants.
Topics include sustainability practices, zero waste and the circular economy, greater penetration of digital technologies in smart waste management and innovations, the new plastic economy, tackling global food waste, waste to energy, reuse and recycling of waste EV batteries, limiting the impact of fast fashion, and working together for climate action.
Key Issues Addressed
- What is the current status of waste recycling in different waste categories?
- What trends are shaping today and tomorrow’s waste recycling market?
- What are the top growth opportunities, innovative technologies/solutions, and strategic investments for sustainable waste management?
- What are best practices in the circular economy, digitalization, innovation, and sustainability?
Author: Paulina Blaszczyk
Research Scope and Segmentation
UN Sustainable Development Goal 12
Thinking Green Every Day
Circular Economy Trends in Waste Management
Circular Economy Trends in Waste Management (continued)
Revenue Forecast
A Sustainable Future Requires a Holistic Waste Management Approach
The Circular Economy Concept
EU Action Plan for the Circular Economy
Circular Economy Examples in European Cities
Examples of a Circular Economy Approach
Top Trends for 2020—New Plastic Economy
The New Plastic Economy Era
Bioplastics—the Compostable and Renewable Plastics of the Future
How to Keep Everyday Used Materials in the Loop
Top Trends for 2020—Digitalization and Smart Waste Management
Data-based Smart Waste Management Concept
Companies Offering Intelligent Waste Management Solutions
Case Study—Next-generation Solutions
Case Study—Zero-Waste Management Powered by AI in China
Top Trends for 2020—Food Waste
Addressing Massive Market Inefficiency
Closed-Loop Food Cycle Concept
Top Trends for 2020—Zero Waste
Moving Toward a Wasteless Future
Reusable and Eco-friendly Alternatives for Everyday Products
Top Trends for 2020—Waste to Energy
Plastic Energy—the Future of the Circular Economy of Plastic Waste
Waste to Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Top Trends for 2020—Waste EV Batteries
Circular Economy of EV Battery
The Second Life and Recycling of EV Batteries
Top Trends for 2020—Fast Fashion
Top Trends for 2020—Fast Fashion (continued)
Sustainable Fashion Concept
Emerging Technologies Dedicated to Sustainable Fashion
Emerging Technologies Dedicated to Sustainable Fashion (continued)
Emerging Technologies Dedicated to Sustainable Fashion (continued)
Emerging Technologies Dedicated to Sustainable Fashion (continued)
Emerging Technologies Dedicated to Sustainable Fashion (continued)
Top Trends for 2020—Industry Consolidation
Consolidation Among North American Waste Management Companies
MSW Management Trends for 2020
MSW Volume
Collected MSW Composition
MSW Recycling Market Opportunities
MSW Recycling Market Opportunities by Region
Smart Waste Management as a Part of the Smart City
Growth Opportunities for 2020
Industrial Waste Management Trends for 2020
Industrial Waste Volume
Industrial Waste Recycling Market Opportunities
Industrial Waste Recycling Market Opportunities by Region
Growth Opportunities for 2020
Hazardous Waste Management Trends
Hazardous Waste Volume
Hazardous Waste Recycling Market Opportunities
Hazardous Waste Recycling Market Opportunities by Region
Growth Opportunities for 2020
WEEE Management Trends
WEEE Volume
WEEE Volume by Region
Collected WEEE by Composition
WEEE Recycling Market Opportunities
WEEE Recycling Market Opportunities by Region
Emerging Market—Circular Economy of Waste EV Batteries
Waste EV Battery Reuse and Recycling Technologies
Growth Opportunities for 2020
C&D Waste Management Trends
C&D Waste Volume
Collected C&D Waste Composition
C&D Waste Recycling Market Drivers
C&D Waste Recycling Market Opportunities in Europe
C&D Waste Recycling Market Opportunities in Americas
The Circular Economy Concept for C&D Waste Management
Sustainable Construction Alternative from REMEX Group
Growth Opportunities for 2020
Plastic Waste Management Trends
Plastic Waste Volume
Major Plastic Waste Generators
Opportunities for Plastic Waste Recycling
Growth Opportunities for 2020
Strategic Imperatives for Success and Growth
Goals for 2020
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Key Issues Addressed
- What is the current status of waste recycling in different waste categories
- What trends are shaping today and tomorrow’s waste recycling market
- What are the top growth opportunities, innovative technologies/solutions, and strategic investments for sustainable waste management
- What are best practices in the circular economy, digitalization, innovation, and sustainability
Author: Paulina Blaszczyk
| Deliverable Type | Market Research |
|---|---|
| Author | Paulina Blaszczyk |
| GPS Codes | 9307-A4,GETE |
| Industries | Environment |
| No Index | No |
| Is Prebook | No |
| Podcast | No |
| WIP Number | MF67-01-00-00-00 |
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