U.S. Plastic Waste Management Market Overview
The U.S. Plastic Waste Management Market is characterized by robust regulations, technological innovations, and a growing emphasis on circular economy principles. With increasing concerns about plastic pollution, there's a surge in investments in recycling infrastructure and sustainable waste management practices.
U.S. Plastic Waste Management Market was valued at USD 33,300.3 million in 2023. The U.S. Plastic Waste Management Market is projected to grow from USD 34,900.9 Million in 2024 to USD 51,510.3 million by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.0% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032)
The U.S. Plastic Waste Management Market refers to the industry involved in the collection, transportation, processing, and recycling of plastic waste to minimize its environmental impact. The market aims to reduce the amount of plastic waste that ends up in landfills, oceans, and other ecosystems, and to promote the circular economy by creating new products from recycled plastic materials.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had both positive and negative impacts on the U.S. Plastic Waste Management Market . On the one hand, the increased use of single-use plastics, such as masks, gloves, and packaging for online deliveries, has led to a surge in plastic waste. On the other hand, the pandemic has also raised awareness about the need for sustainable waste management practices and spurred investment in recycling infrastructure and technology.
Market Dynamics
Several factors are driving the growth of the U.S. Plastic Waste Management Market :
Rising Plastic Consumption: The widespread use of plastic in packaging, construction, automotive, and consumer goods industries has led to a surge in plastic waste generation. As a result, there is a growing need for efficient waste management solutions to prevent environmental pollution.
Government Regulations: Governments worldwide are implementing stringent regulations to curb plastic pollution and promote recycling and waste reduction. Policies such as extended producer responsibility (EPR) and plastic bans are driving investments in plastic waste management infrastructure.
U.S. Plastic Waste Management Market Key Players
Some of the top key market players are Environnement Veolia S.A. (France), Companies SUEZ Environmental (France)
ADS Waste Holdings Inc., Republic Services Inc., Waste Management Inc., and Stericycle Inc. are all, American companies (U.S.), KG, Remondis SE (Germany), American Clean Harbors Inc. Hawkvale Limited (UK), Limited by Hahn Plastics (UK), Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd. Covanta Holding Corporation (U.S. (Canada)
Market Segmentation
The PWM market has been segmented into services, polymers, source and end-user.
Based on Services: Collection, recycling, burning, and disposal are among the services included in the market segmentation for plastic waste management.
Based on Polymer: PP, LDPE, and HDPE polymers are the basis for the market segmentation for plastic waste management.
Based on Source: The market data for plastic waste management has been divided into commercial, residential, and industrial segments based on the source.
Based on end-use: The packaging, construction, and textile segments of the U.S. Plastic Waste Management Market have been established based on end users.
Regional Analysis
North America and Europe are currently the largest markets for plastic waste management, with a high level of government support and investment in recycling infrastructure. In these regions, strict regulations and consumer demand for sustainable products are driving growth in the market.
Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the U.S. Plastic Waste Management Market , driven by rapid economic growth and urbanization, coupled with increasing environmental awareness.
Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa are also important markets for plastic waste management, with growing demand for recycling and waste-to-energy solutions.
Plastic Waste Management Industry Developments
July 2021: To handle the reverse logistics of medical waste, UPS Healthcare and Stericycle formed a strategic alliance. Various medical waste types, including sharps, biohazardous, and pharmaceutical wastes, will be treated, transported, and disposed of, according to the agreement.
June 2020: Green Circle Polymers Ltd. (GCP), based in Grangemouth, was purchased by Biffa plc, the UK's top sustainable waste management company, for £10 million. This included purchasing Green Circle Polymers Ltd (GCP) of Grangemouth, Scotland's sole post-consumer plastics recycling facility (PRF).
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