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Projected plastic waste generation worldwide from 2019 to 2060 (in million metric tons)

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Release date

June 2022

Region

Worldwide

Survey time period

2019

Supplementary notes

Figures refer to plastic waste after disposal of recycling residues and litter collection.
Values were calculated by ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ based on the figures provided by the source.

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Forecast global plastic waste generation 2019-2060

Published by ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Research Department, Oct 19, 2022

The amount of plastic waste generated worldwide is projected to triple by 2060, to surpass * metric tons. This dramatic growth is set to be fueled by rising populations and economic growth. With so much plastic waste generated, proper waste management will be urgently needed to reduce environmental impact. However, projections show that landfilling will continue to be the main disposal method worldwide by 2060, with recycling accounting for less than ** percent. Much of the plastic waste generated over the coming **** decades will be caused by packaging.

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