Industry: Energy & Power | Publish Date: 08-Aug-2025 | No of Pages: 206 | No. of Tables: 166 | No. of Figures: 111 | Format: PDF | Report Code : EP1245
The UK Waste Management Market size was valued at USD 8.32 billion in 2023, and is predicted to reach USD 12.50 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.90% from 2024 to 2030.
The UK waste management market involves a wide range of services and activities aimed at managing and mitigating the impact of waste generated by various sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, and healthcare. It includes the collection, transportation, processing, recycling, and disposal of waste materials in a manner that is environmentally responsible and sustainable. The market also involves the development and implementation of technologies and practices that promote waste reduction, resource recovery, and the safe handling of hazardous materials.
Key components of the waste reduction market include waste collection services, recycling facilities, waste-to-energy plants, landfill operations, and environmental consulting services. As awareness of environmental issues grows, the waste reduction market continues to expand, driven by growing population, technological advancements, and increasing public demand for sustainable waste solutions.
The UK’s new Construction & Demolition (C&D) Waste Management regulations introduce enforceable Extended Producer Responsibility mandates for major building projects. Producers must register and report via a centralized portal, shifting accountability for waste handling from local councils to developers. This policy shift is prompting significant investment in on-site and centralized infrastructure—such as mobile crushers, material recovery facilities, and sorting plants—supporting the emergence of circular construction practices and expanding demand for advanced C&D waste technologies.
Smart city programs across the UK are integrating IoT and AI solutions into waste management operations. Sensor-equipped bins and GPS-monitored waste trucks enable real-time monitoring, which supports optimized collection routes, reduced emissions, and enhanced recycling precision. Concurrently, AI-enhanced sorting systems are improving material recovery rates. These innovations are propelled by urban digitization strategies and circular economy goals, driving demand for intelligent waste infrastructure and private sector innovation.
Despite national policies aiming to modernize waste infrastructure, fragmented enforcement by regional authorities impedes consistent progress. Many local councils lack coordination or funding to implement national standards effectively. Moreover, land scarcity—especially due to green belt and urban planning restrictions—limits availability for new treatment facilities like MRFs or composting plants. These combined regulatory and spatial challenges continue to slow investment and limit scalability in the waste management sector.
With urban density and growing waste volumes straining centralized systems, decentralized solutions are gaining traction. Modular systems—such as local composters, compact recycling units, and community-scale anaerobic digesters—provide flexible, low-footprint alternatives that reduce transport impact and foster local engagement. Supported by funding incentives and integration into strategic planning, these models are emerging as scalable, community-driven solutions that bolster resilience and inclusion in the UK’s circular economy transformation.
The promising key players operating in the UK waste management industry includes Veolia Environmental Services UK Ltd., Biffa Limited, Renewi Plc, Viridor Limited, FCC Recycling (UK) Ltd., Mick George Group Ltd., DS Smith Recycling Ltd., Reconomy Ltd., REMONDIS Waste Solutions Ltd., Cory Group, Grundon Waste Management Ltd., Collect and Recycle, Simply Waste Solutions Ltd., Enva Ireland Ltd., Sims Recycling Solutions, and others.
Hazardous Waste
Solid Waste
Liquid Waste
Gaseous Waste
Non-Hazardous Waste
Food
Paper and Cardboard
Plastic
Glass
Metal
Water
E-Waste
Others
Collection
Collection and Transportation
Storage and Handling
Sorting
Disposal
Open Dumping
Incineration/Combustion
Landfills
Recycling
Composting and Anaerobic Digestion
Residential or Municipal Waste
Commercial Waste
Offices and Retail Stores
Hospitals
Restaurants
Other Commercial Sources
Industrial Waste
Manufacturing Waste
Construction, Renovation, and Demolition Waste
Agriculture Waste
Medical Waste
Other Industrial Sources
Veolia Environmental Services UK Ltd.
Biffa Limited
Renewi Plc
Viridor Limited
FCC Recycling (UK) Ltd.
Mick George Group Ltd.
DS Smith Recycling Ltd.
Reconomy Ltd.
REMONDIS Waste Solutions Ltd.
Cory Group
Grundon Waste Management Ltd.
Collect and Recycle
Simply Waste Solutions Ltd.
Enva Ireland Ltd.
Sims Recycling Solutions
Parameters |
Details |
Market Size Value in 2023 |
USD 8.32 billion |
Revenue Forecast in 2030 |
USD 12.50 billion |
Value Growth Rate |
CAGR of 4.90% from 2024 to 2030 |
Analysis Period |
2023–2030 |
Base Year Considered |
2023 |
Forecast Period |
2024–2030 |
Market Size Estimation |
Billion (USD) |
Growth Factors |
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Companies Profiled |
15 |
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