North America Plastic Waste Management Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The North America Plastic Waste Management Market Report is Segmented by Polymer (Polypropylene (PP), Polyethylene (PE), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Terephthalate (PET), and Other Polymers), Source (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and Other Sources (Construction, Healthcare, Etc. )), Treatment (Recycling, Chemical Treatment, Landfill, and Other Treatments), and Country (United States, Canada, and Mexico). The Report Offers Market Size Forecasts for all the Above Segments in Value (USD).

North America Plastic Waste Management Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

North America Plastic Waste Management Market Size

North America Plastic Waste Management  Market Summary
Study Period 2020 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 41.74 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 62.27 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 8.33 %
Market Concentration High

Major Players

North America Plastic Waste Management  Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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North America Plastic Waste Management Market Analysis

The North America Plastic Waste Management Market size is estimated at USD 41.74 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 62.27 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 8.33% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The North American plastic waste management market is growing, fueled by robust plastic consumption and stringent regulations. This momentum is attributed to a rising environmental consciousness, tightening regulations, and technological strides in waste management solutions.

Plastic production in the United States surpasses 35 million tons annually. From plastic bags to packaging, Americans' consumption is voracious. However, this appetite for plastic has dire consequences. About 8 million metric tons of waste end up in the oceans yearly, with a mere 9% recycled. This environmental negligence comes at a steep price, with plastic pollution costing the United States an estimated USD 13 billion annually. Despite these costs, the plastic industry remains a significant employer, providing jobs for over 1 million Americans. Local governments bear the brunt of waste management, shelling out more than USD 3.3 billion annually. Plastic production contributes around 2.7% to the US gross domestic product.

The United States and Canada have taken significant steps to combat plastic waste, including bans and recycling mandates. Concurrently, a swelling public awareness of plastic's environmental repercussions is spurring the demand for more effective waste management solutions. Noteworthy innovations, like chemical recycling and advanced sorting systems, are elevating the efficacy of plastic waste management. Moreover, as corporations increasingly pivot toward sustainability and circular economy principles, the market is further fortified.

The North American plastic waste management market is set for sustained growth, propelled by regulatory backing, technological innovations, and a heightened environmental consciousness. Companies in this space will likely prioritize innovative recycling technologies, bolster recycling capacities, and forge strategic alliances to solidify their market standing.

North America Plastic Waste Management Industry Overview

The plastic waste management market in North America is highly concentrated, with a few major players holding the majority share. These industry leaders boast significant resources, cutting-edge technologies, and robust infrastructure, facilitating the effective management of plastic waste on a regional scale. Some of the key players in this market are Waste Connection, Veolia Environment, GFL Environmental, Republic Services, and Clean Harbors.

North America Plastic Waste Management Market Leaders

  1. Waste Connection

  2. Veolia Environnement

  3. GFL Environmental

  4. Republic Services

  5. Clean Harbors

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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North America Plastic Waste Management Market News

  • April 2024: The Canadian government announced an investment of over USD 3.3 million to support local organizations in combating plastic pollution. Specifically, nine small and medium-sized companies have been selected to receive grants of up to USD 150,000 each. These funds are earmarked for developing solutions that focus on enhancing the reusability of plastics or improving the management of plastic film, commonly used in consumer packaging. This initiative falls under the broader umbrella of the Canadian Plastics Innovation Challenges, which, to date, have channeled over USD 25 million to support similar ventures by small and medium-sized businesses nationwide.
  • September 2023: The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) allocated over USD 100 million from the President’s Investing in America initiative. The funds are earmarked for the nationwide expansion of recycling infrastructure and waste management systems. This marks the EPA's most substantial investment in recycling in three decades. Specifically, the EPA has identified 25 communities as recipients of grants, with a cumulative value exceeding USD 73 million, through the newly established Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling program.

North America Plastic 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

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Increasing Awareness and Stringent Regulations
    • 4.2.2 Rising Adoption of Recycling Technologies
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 High Initial Investment for Recycling Facilities
  • 4.4 Market Opportunities
    • 4.4.1 Increasing Consumer Preference for Eco-friendly Products and Packaging
  • 4.5 Value Chain/Supply Chain Analysis
  • 4.6 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.6.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.6.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.6.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.6.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.6.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.7 PESTLE Analysis
  • 4.8 Insights into Technological Innovations in the Market

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Polymer
    • 5.1.1 Polypropylene (PP)
    • 5.1.2 Polyethylene (PE)
    • 5.1.3 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
    • 5.1.4 Terephthalate (PET)
    • 5.1.5 Other Polymers
  • 5.2 By Source
    • 5.2.1 Residential
    • 5.2.2 Commercial
    • 5.2.3 Industrial
    • 5.2.4 Other Sources (Construction, Healthcare, etc.)
  • 5.3 By Treatment
    • 5.3.1 Recycling
    • 5.3.2 Chemical Treatment
    • 5.3.3 Landfill
    • 5.3.4 Other Treatments
  • 5.4 By Country
    • 5.4.1 United States
    • 5.4.2 Canada
    • 5.4.3 Mexico

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Market Concetration Overview
  • 6.2 Company Profiles
    • 6.2.1 Waste Connection
    • 6.2.2 Veolia Environnement
    • 6.2.3 GFL Environmental
    • 6.2.4 Casella Waste Management
    • 6.2.5 Republic Services
    • 6.2.6 Clean Harbors
    • 6.2.7 Agilyx
    • 6.2.8 Brightmark LLC
    • 6.2.9 Advanced Disposal Services Inc.
    • 6.2.10 Covanta Holding Corporation
    • 6.2.11 Waste Management Inc.
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. FUTURE TRENDS

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North America Plastic Waste Management Industsry Segmentation

Plastic waste management involves converting plastic waste into innovative, eco-friendly, cost-effective products with precision and efficiency.

The North American plastic waste management market is segmented by polymer (polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), terephthalate (PET), and other polymers), source (residential, commercial, industrial, and other sources (construction, healthcare, etc.)), treatment (recycling, chemical treatment, landfill, and other treatments), and country (United States, Canada, and Mexico). The report offers market size forecasts for all the above segments in value (USD).

By Polymer Polypropylene (PP)
Polyethylene (PE)
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Terephthalate (PET)
Other Polymers
By Source Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Other Sources (Construction, Healthcare, etc.)
By Treatment Recycling
Chemical Treatment
Landfill
Other Treatments
By Country United States
Canada
Mexico
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North America Plastic Waste Management Market Research Faqs

How big is the North America Plastic Waste Management Market?

The North America Plastic Waste Management Market size is expected to reach USD 41.74 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 8.33% to reach USD 62.27 billion by 2030.

What is the current North America Plastic Waste Management Market size?

In 2025, the North America Plastic Waste Management Market size is expected to reach USD 41.74 billion.

Who are the key players in North America Plastic Waste Management Market?

Waste Connection, Veolia Environnement, GFL Environmental, Republic Services and Clean Harbors are the major companies operating in the North America Plastic Waste Management Market.

What years does this North America Plastic Waste Management Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the North America Plastic Waste Management Market size was estimated at USD 38.26 billion. The report covers the North America Plastic Waste Management Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the North America Plastic Waste Management Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

North America Plastic Waste Management Industry Report

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