APAC Waste Management Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The APAC Waste Management Market report segments the industry into By Waste Type (Industrial Waste, Municipal Solid Waste, E-waste, Plastic Waste, Biomedical and Other Waste Types (Including Construction Waste)), By Disposal Methods (Landfill, Incineration, Recycling, Other Disposal Methods), and By Country (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Rest of Asia-Pacific).

Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market Size

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Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market Analysis

The Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market size is estimated at USD 118.53 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 158.92 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 6.04% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

Over the past 50 years, waste generation has risen across all nations. However, Japan and Korea have recently shown a decline. For example, Korea's ongoing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme mandates that product manufacturers collect and recycle the waste from their products. These governmental initiatives and regulations have helped waste management companies to operate effectively within the country.

Adopting cutting-edge technologies such as IoT, AI, and robotics in waste management processes is revolutionizing the industry. In September 2023, the Indian state of Meghalaya introduced an AI-enabled waste management method. The AI-enabled robotic boat collects vast quantities of garbage dumped in a lake. Compared to manual labor, this process is effective and less time-consuming.

The APAC region is seeing an increase in the demand for recycled materials. Countries are investing in advanced recycling technologies to process waste into reusable materials, creating new market opportunities for recycling businesses.

For instance, in May 2024, Ulsan College (UC) and the Ulsan International Development Cooperation Center (UIDCC) hosted a five-day capacity-building program in Ulsan, Republic of Korea, in partnership with the UNEP's International Environmental Technology Center. This event showcased advancements in plastic recycling technologies and emphasized community involvement in environmental initiatives.

Asia-Pacific Waste Management Industry Overview

Local and global entities dominate the waste management market in Asia-Pacific, offering services spanning waste collection, recycling, and hazardous waste treatment. Industry behemoths like Suez Environment SA, Veolia Environmental Services, and Waste Management Inc. stand at the forefront, harnessing their vast expertise and cutting-edge technologies to deliver holistic waste management solutions across the region.

Meanwhile, regional players like Australia's Cleanaway Waste Management and Japan's Daiseki Co. Ltd also command notable market shares, tailoring their services to local demands and regulatory frameworks. Noteworthy entities such as BRISEA Group Inc., Attero, and Remondis AG & Co. Kg are championing advanced recycling and waste processing technologies. Collectively, these firms are reshaping the sector, infusing global best practices, championing sustainability, and meeting the surging need for effective waste management solutions in Asia-Pacific.

Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market Leaders

  1. Suez Environment S.A.

  2. Waste Management Inc.

  3. Cleanaway Waste Management

  4. Veolia Environmental Services

  5. BRISEA Group, Inc.

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market News

  • December 2023: The Asian Development Bank sanctioned a USD 200 million loan to enhance solid waste management and sanitation in Indian cities. This funding supports the Indian government's Swachh Bharat (Clean India) Mission–Urban 2.0, which aims to make all cities garbage-free by 2026. The program will implement international best practices, new technologies, and climate and disaster-resilient approaches in municipal solid waste management.
  • April 2023: SUEZ signed a cooperation agreement with Wanhua Chemical Group and China Railway Shanghai Engineering Bureau Group for a seawater desalination project in Shandong province. This project aims to build a green industrial ecosystem and strengthen SUEZ's commitment to China's ecological transition.

Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Deliverables
  • 1.2 Study Assumptions
  • 1.3 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  • 2.1 Analysis Methodology
  • 2.2 Research Phases

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Current Market Scenario
  • 4.2 Technological Trends
  • 4.3 Insights into Supply Chain/Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.4 Insights into Governement Regualtions in the Industry
  • 4.5 Insights into Technological Advancements in the Industry

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Rapid Urbanization and Population Growth
    • 5.1.2 Government Regulations and Initiatives
  • 5.2 Market Restraints
    • 5.2.1 Cultural and Behavioral Barriers
    • 5.2.2 Lack of Infrastructure in Rural Areas
  • 5.3 Market Opportunities
    • 5.3.1 Growing Recycling Market
    • 5.3.2 Waste-to-Energy Technologies
  • 5.4 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 5.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 5.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 5.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 5.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 5.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Waste Type
    • 6.1.1 Industrial Waste
    • 6.1.2 Municipal Solid Waste
    • 6.1.3 E-waste
    • 6.1.4 Plastic Waste
    • 6.1.5 Biomedical and Other Waste Types (Including Construction Waste)
  • 6.2 By Disposal Methods
    • 6.2.1 Landfill
    • 6.2.2 Incineration
    • 6.2.3 Recycling
    • 6.2.4 Other Disposal Methods
  • 6.3 By Country
    • 6.3.1 China
    • 6.3.2 Japan
    • 6.3.3 India
    • 6.3.4 South Korea
    • 6.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Market Concentration Overview
  • 7.2 Company Profiles
    • 7.2.1 Suez Environment SA
    • 7.2.2 Waste Management Inc.
    • 7.2.3 Cleanaway Waste Management
    • 7.2.4 Veolia Environmental Services
    • 7.2.5 BRISEA Group Inc.
    • 7.2.6 Attero
    • 7.2.7 Remondis AG & Co. Kg
    • 7.2.8 Daiseki Co. Ltd
    • 7.2.9 Averda
    • 7.2.10 Clean Harbors Inc.*
  • *List Not Exhaustive
  • 7.3 Other Companies

8. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

9. APPENDIX

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Asia-Pacific Waste Management Industry Segmentation

Waste management refers to the complete process of collecting, hauling, treating, and disposing of waste materials in a method that minimizes their impact on the environment and human health. It encloses various activities and practices to reduce waste generation and manage waste materials efficiently and sustainably. A complete background analysis of the APAC waste management market, including the assessment of the economy and contribution of sectors in the economy, market overview, market size estimation for key segments, emerging trends in the market segments, market dynamics, and geographical trends, is covered in the report.

The report on the waste management market in Asia-Pacific is segmented by waste type (industrial waste, municipal solid waste, e-waste, plastic waste, and biomedical and other wastes (including construction waste)), disposal methods (landfill, incineration, recycling, and other disposal methods), and country (China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific). The report offers market size and forecasts for all the above segments in value (USD).

By Waste Type Industrial Waste
Municipal Solid Waste
E-waste
Plastic Waste
Biomedical and Other Waste Types (Including Construction Waste)
By Disposal Methods Landfill
Incineration
Recycling
Other Disposal Methods
By Country China
Japan
India
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
By Waste Type
Industrial Waste
Municipal Solid Waste
E-waste
Plastic Waste
Biomedical and Other Waste Types (Including Construction Waste)
By Disposal Methods
Landfill
Incineration
Recycling
Other Disposal Methods
By Country
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
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Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market Research Faqs

How big is the Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market?

The Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market size is expected to reach USD 118.53 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 6.04% to reach USD 158.92 billion by 2030.

What is the current Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market size?

In 2025, the Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market size is expected to reach USD 118.53 billion.

Who are the key players in Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market?

Suez Environment S.A., Waste Management Inc., Cleanaway Waste Management, Veolia Environmental Services and BRISEA Group, Inc. are the major companies operating in the Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market.

What years does this Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market size was estimated at USD 111.37 billion. The report covers the Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Asia-Pacific Waste Management Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Page last updated on: November 25, 2024

Asia-Pacific Waste Management Industry Report

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