Waste To Energy Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Report Covers Waste To Energy Market’s Size and Share. The Market is Segmented by Technology (Physical, Thermal, and Biological) and Geography (North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa). The Market Size and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Waste To Energy Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Waste to Energy (WTE) Market Size

Waste-to-Energy (WtE) Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 42.68 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 72.63 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 11.22 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market Asia Pacific
Market Concentration Medium

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Waste-to-Energy (WtE) Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Waste-to-Energy (WtE) Market Analysis

The Waste-to-Energy Market size is estimated at USD 42.68 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 72.63 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 11.22% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • Over the medium term, factors such as the increasing amount of waste generation, the growing concern for waste management to meet the need for sustainable urban living, and the increasing focus on non-fossil fuel sources of energy are expected to drive the waste-to-energy market.
  • On the other hand, the expensive nature of incinerators, declining energy prices decline, and the inability of several plants to cover operating costs are expected to hinder the growth of the market. These factors pose a threat to the waste-to-energy market during the forecast period.
  • Nevertheless, emerging waste-to-energy technologies, such as Dendro Liquid Energy (DLE), which is four times more efficient in terms of electricity generation, with additional benefits of no emission discharge and effluence problems at plant sites, are expected to create significant opportunities for the market players, over the coming years.
  • Asia-Pacific is expected to dominate the market, with the majority of demand coming from countries such as China, India, and Japan.

Waste-to-Energy (WtE) Industry Overview

The waste-to-energy (WtE) market is semi-fragmented. Some of the major players operating in this market (in no particular order) include Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd, Waste Management Inc., A2A SpA, Veolia Environnement SA, and Hitachi Zosen Corp., among others.

Waste-to-Energy (WtE) Market Leaders

  1. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd

  2. Waste Management Inc.

  3. A2A SpA

  4. Veolia Environnement SA

  5. Hitachi Zosen Corp

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Waste-to-Energy (WtE) Market News

  • April 2023: Egypt signed a USD 120 million contract to design, develop, own, and manage the country's first solid waste-to-electricity facility. The contract was signed by the Giza governorate and a partnership consisting of Renergy Egypt and the National Authority for Military Production. As part of Egypt Vision 2030, the Abou Rawash, Giza plant would convert 1,200 metric tons of household solid waste per day to power.
  • January 2023: Lostock Sustainable Energy Plant awarded Babcock & Wilcox a contract to support the delivery of the power train for a waste-to-energy plant near Manchester in the United Kingdom. The plant will create more than 60 MW of energy for people and companies and process around 600,000 metric tons of garbage every year. The contract is valued at USD 65 million.

Waste to Energy (WTE) Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Scope of the Study
  • 1.2 Market Definition
  • 1.3 Study Assumptions

2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

4. MARKET OVERVIEW

  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 Market Size and Demand Forecast, in USD, till 2029
  • 4.3 Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Generation, in billion metric ton, till 2029
  • 4.4 Government Policies and Regulations
  • 4.5 Recent Trends and Developments
  • 4.6 Market Dynamics
    • 4.6.1 Market Drivers
    • 4.6.1.1 Increasing Amount of Waste Generation, Growing Concern for Waste Management to Meet the Needs for Sustainable Urban Living
    • 4.6.1.2 Increasing Focus on Non-fossil Fuel Sources of Energy
    • 4.6.2 Market Restraints
    • 4.6.2.1 Expensive Nature of Incinerators
  • 4.7 Supply Chain Analysis
  • 4.8 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.8.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.8.2 Bargaining Power of Consumers
    • 4.8.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.8.4 Threat of Substitutes Products and Services
    • 4.8.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.9 Investment Analysis

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Technology
    • 5.1.1 Physical
    • 5.1.2 Thermal
    • 5.1.3 Biological
  • 5.2 By Geography (Regional Market Analysis {Market Size and Demand Forecast till 2029 (for regions only)})
    • 5.2.1 North America
    • 5.2.1.1 United States
    • 5.2.1.2 Canada
    • 5.2.1.3 Rest of North America
    • 5.2.2 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.2.1 China
    • 5.2.2.2 India
    • 5.2.2.3 Japan
    • 5.2.2.4 Malaysia
    • 5.2.2.5 Thailand
    • 5.2.2.6 Indonesia
    • 5.2.2.7 Vietnam
    • 5.2.2.8 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.2.3 Europe
    • 5.2.3.1 Spain
    • 5.2.3.2 Nordic
    • 5.2.3.3 United Kingdom
    • 5.2.3.4 Russia
    • 5.2.3.5 Turkey
    • 5.2.3.6 Germany
    • 5.2.3.7 Italy
    • 5.2.3.8 Rest of Europe
    • 5.2.4 Middle East and Africa
    • 5.2.4.1 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.2.4.2 Saudi Arabia
    • 5.2.4.3 South Africa
    • 5.2.4.4 Nigeria
    • 5.2.4.5 Qatar
    • 5.2.4.6 Egypt
    • 5.2.4.7 Rest of Middle East and Africa
    • 5.2.5 South America
    • 5.2.5.1 Brazil
    • 5.2.5.2 Argentina
    • 5.2.5.3 Colombia
    • 5.2.5.4 Rest of South America

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Mergers and Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements
  • 6.2 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
  • 6.3 Company Profiles
    • 6.3.1 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd
    • 6.3.2 Waste Management Inc.
    • 6.3.3 A2A SpA
    • 6.3.4 Veolia Environnement SA
    • 6.3.5 Hitachi Zosen Corp
    • 6.3.6 MVV Energie AG
    • 6.3.7 Martin GmbH
    • 6.3.8 Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc.
    • 6.3.9 China Jinjiang Environment Holding Co. Ltd
    • 6.3.10 Suez Group
    • 6.3.11 Xcel Energy Inc.
    • 6.3.12 Wheelabrator Technologies Holdings Inc.
    • 6.3.13 Covanta Holding Corp.
    • 6.3.14 China Everbright Group
  • *List Not Exhaustive
  • 6.4 Market Ranking/Share Analysis
  • 6.5 List of Other Prominent Companies

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

  • 7.1 Emerging Waste-to-Energy Technologies, such as Dendro Liquid Energy (DLE)
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Waste to Energy (WTE) Industry Segmentation

Waste-to-energy plants burn municipal solid waste (MSW), sometimes known as rubbish or trash, to generate steam in a boiler, which is then used to power an electric generator turbine. MSW is a composite of energy-dense items such as paper, plastics, yard trash, and wood products.

The waste-to-energy (WtE) market is segmented by technology and geography. By technology, the market is segmented into physical, thermal, and biological. The report also covers the market size and forecasts for the waste-to-energy (WtE) market across major regions. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts are provided based on revenue (USD).

By Technology Physical
Thermal
Biological
By Geography (Regional Market Analysis {Market Size and Demand Forecast till 2029 (for regions only)}) North America United States
Canada
Rest of North America
Asia-Pacific China
India
Japan
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Europe Spain
Nordic
United Kingdom
Russia
Turkey
Germany
Italy
Rest of Europe
Middle East and Africa United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Nigeria
Qatar
Egypt
Rest of Middle East and Africa
South America Brazil
Argentina
Colombia
Rest of South America
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Waste to Energy (WTE) Market Research FAQs

How big is the Waste-to-Energy Market?

The Waste-to-Energy Market size is expected to reach USD 42.68 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 11.22% to reach USD 72.63 billion by 2030.

What is the current Waste-to-Energy Market size?

In 2025, the Waste-to-Energy Market size is expected to reach USD 42.68 billion.

Who are the key players in Waste-to-Energy Market?

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd, Waste Management Inc., A2A SpA, Veolia Environnement SA and Hitachi Zosen Corp are the major companies operating in the Waste-to-Energy Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Waste-to-Energy Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Waste-to-Energy Market?

In 2025, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Waste-to-Energy Market.

What years does this Waste-to-Energy Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Waste-to-Energy Market size was estimated at USD 37.89 billion. The report covers the Waste-to-Energy Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Waste-to-Energy Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Waste-to-Energy Plant Industry Report

The global waste-to-energy market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing need for sustainable waste management solutions and energy production. Prominent technologies in this market include thermal and biological methods, with thermal technology, especially incineration, leading due to its efficiency in converting waste to energy. Biological methods like anaerobic digestion are also gaining traction due to technological advancements and environmental viability. The market segments waste into municipal solid waste (MSW), industrial waste, and agricultural waste, with MSW being the largest due to its high volume.

Geographically, Europe leads with strict waste management regulations, while Asia Pacific is expected to grow rapidly due to increasing urbanization and industrialization. Despite challenges such as high costs and public opposition due to environmental concerns, the market is supported by stringent environmental regulations, limited landfill availability, and growing energy demands.

The market analysis reveals that the market growth is substantial, with a comprehensive market report detailing the market share and market size. Industry analysis indicates a positive industry outlook, supported by industry reports and industry research. Market data and market forecast suggest continued expansion, driven by market leaders and their strategic initiatives.

The market overview provides insights into market predictions and market review, highlighting the importance of market segmentation and market value. The report pdf offers a detailed report example, useful for research companies looking to understand the industry's dynamics.

Overall, the waste-to-energy market is poised for significant growth, with industry information, industry sales, industry size, industry statistics, and industry trends all pointing towards a robust future. The growth rate is expected to remain strong, supported by ongoing market trends and evolving industry outlook.