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Wet Waste Management Market

Wet Waste Management Market: Information by Service (Collection and Transportation, Disposal and Landfill), Source (Industrial, Municipal), and Region — Forecast till 2031

The global wet waste management market size was valued at USD 130.558 billion in 2022. It is projected to reach USD 145.35 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.78% during the forecast period (2023–2031).  The wet waste consists of cook
Report Code: SRAM2334DR

Market Overview

The global wet waste management market size was valued at USD 130.558 billion in 2022. It is projected to reach USD 145.35 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.78% during the forecast period (2023–2031).

 The wet waste consists of cooking waste and includes vegetable peels, tea, fruit, etc. Dry trash includes paper, glass, plastic, cardboard, Styrofoam, rubber, metal, and food packaging materials. Wet waste is organic waste that is typically heavy due to its high moisture content and can be separated into biodegradable and non-biodegradable garbage.

These wet wastes consist primarily of flesh and bones, food scraps, agricultural waste, paper shreds, and medical waste, among others. The process of managing wet waste is composting the garbage to create biogas, manure, and other products used to produce electricity. It is also helpful in removing waste from public locations to reduce health and hygiene issues.

Report Scope

Report Metric Details
Base Year 2022
Study Period 2021-2031
Forecast Period 2023-2031
CAGR 4.78%
Market Size USD 145.35 billion by 2031
Fastest Growing Market Europe
Largest Market Asia-Pacific
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends
Geographies Covered
  • North America
  • Europe
  • APAC
  • Middle East and Africa
  • LATAM
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Market Dynamics

Global Wet Waste Management Market Drivers

Migration of People from Rural Areas to Urban Areas

As employment opportunities in cities continue to expand, people are moving from rural and remote areas to industrialized and metropolitan areas. As a result, it is anticipated that the expansion of the global wet waste management business will be driven in the future by the increase in the population of urban areas. Compared to the volume of garbage produced worldwide, a few treatment plants are available for processing wet waste. As a result, there is a pressing demand for many treatment plants to accommodate the volume of trash.

Government Initiatives to Raise Waste Management Awareness

The government promotes waste management awareness through various programs, advertisements, and social networking sites which are expected to enhance the overall wet waste management market during the forecast period. It is anticipated that the development of waste-to-energy solutions would further boost the global industrial demand by easing the process of putting the solution into action.

Global Wet Waste Management Market Restraints

Increasing Prices of Waste Management Devices

The market for wet wastewater management is being constrained by elements like COVID's influence and the increasing cost of the management equipment. The expansion of the market is hampered by improper discharge management. Poorly managed waste exposure can occasionally cause similar irritants, an increase in blood infections, some respiratory issues, growth issues, and various reproductive issues. The main problem is that recycling plastic is more expensive than buying new plastics and using fillers and colorants.

Global Wet Waste Management Market Opportunities

Growing Awareness in Public and the Government

The market players are anticipated to benefit from lucrative growth opportunities predicted to arise due to the need to develop waste-to-energy solutions and a rise in awareness among the public and government agencies regarding these solutions. As a result of these prospects, waste management organizations have implemented methods to improve the quality of the services in the market. Veolia and nestle have started to collaborate to develop recycling initiatives to recycle waste plastic. The Shanghai Chemical Industry Park and Suez similarly arranged to collect hazardous waste from the industrial park's clients and the automotive industry.

Regional Analysis

The global wet waste management market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

The Asia-Pacific region holds a substantial market share in the global wet waste management market. The industry's economic prospects have improved due to increased urbanization, the use of environmentally friendly products, and the persistence of ecological problems. Europe is the second-largest world region and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.23% during the forecast period. Several European regions contribute to and account for a substantial market share due to increased government efforts and programs that assist the management's promotion. With the assistance of municipal corporations, European nations have funded the entry of several market participants into health and hygiene facilities.

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Segmental Analysis

The global wet waste management market is segmented by service, source, and application.

Based on service, the market is divided into collection and transportation, disposal and landfill, processing, sorting, and storage. Processing is anticipated to dominate the global market for wet waste management and is likely to continue during the prediction period. This is primarily attributable to the growing population, which has increased the demand for managed services and rising waste generation.

Based on the source, the market is divided into industrial, municipal, commercial, healthcare, and medical, and others. The municipal waste sector will lead the global wet waste management market. The quick boost in urbanization worldwide, along with the tremendous rate of population expansion, is producing a vast quantity of municipal trash.

Based on the type of waste, the market is segmented into food scrap, meat and bones, medical waste, shredded paper, agricultural waste, and others. The food waste segment is dominant in the global wet waste management market. Each year, the amount of food wasted in homes and businesses worldwide is staggering. Food scraps are growing in significance as a waste category in the global wet waste management market.

Top Key Players of Wet Waste Management Market

  1. Clean Harbors Inc. (U.S.)
  2. SUEZ Environment Co. S.A. (France)
  3. Veolia Environment S.A. (France)
  4. Republic Services Inc. (U.S.)
  5. Waste Management Inc. (U.S.)
  6. Covanta Energy Corporation (U.S.)
  7. Advanced Disposal Services Inc. (U.S.)
  8. Stericycle (U.S.)
  9. Progressive Waste Solution Ltd. (Canada)
  10. Remondis SE & Co. Kg (Germany)
  11. Sampurn(e)arth Environment Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (India)
  12. Eco Wise Waste Management Pvt. Ltd. (India)
  13. Waste Ventures India (India)
  14. Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas (Spain)
  15. Panda Recycling (Ireland).

Recent Developments

  • June 2022- Clean Harbors Inc., Safety-Kleen Introduces KLEEN+ Brand of Base Oils – a Revolutionary Combination of Sustainability and Superior Quality.
  • June 2022- SUEZ partners with FDJ as the leading co-sponsor of the top French women’s cycling team FDJ-SUEZ-Futuroscope.
  • April 2022- Veolia launches an innovative industrial solution to produce CO2-neutral biofuel from pulp production.
  • May 2022- Republic Services and Archaea Energy Launch Landmark Joint Venture to Develop 39 New Renewable Natural Gas Projects Across U.S.

Wet Waste Management Market Segmentations

By Service

  • Collection and Transportation
  • Disposal and Landfill
  • Processing
  • Sorting
  • Storage

By Source

  • Industrial
  • Municipal
  • Commercial
  • Healthcare and Medical
  • Others

By Type of Waste

  • Food Scrap
  • Meat and Bones
  • Medical Waste
  • Shredded Paper
  • Agricultural Waste
  • Others

By Regions

  • North America
  • Europe
  • APAC
  • Middle East and Africa
  • LATAM

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the growth rate for the Wet Waste Management Market?
Wet Waste Management Market size will grow at approx. CAGR of 4.78% during the forecast period.
Some of the top industry players in Wet Waste Management Market are, Clean Harbors Inc. (U.S.), SUEZ Environment Co. S.A. (France), Veolia Environment S.A. (France), Republic Services Inc. (U.S.), Waste Management Inc. (U.S.), Covanta Energy Corporation (U.S.), Advanced Disposal Services Inc. (U.S.), Stericycle (U.S.), Progressive Waste Solution Ltd. (Canada), Remondis SE & Co. Kg (Germany), Sampurn(e)arth Environment Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (India), Eco Wise Waste Management Pvt. Ltd. (India), Waste Ventures India (India), Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas (Spain), Panda Recycling (Ireland)., etc.
In the Wet Waste Management Market, Asia-Pacific has established itself as the market leader with a significant market share.
The Wet Waste Management Market has seen the most substantial growth rate in Europe.
The global Wet Waste Management Market report is segmented as follows: By Service, By Source, By Type of Waste


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