폐기물 에너지화 시장 예측(-2034년) : 기술, 폐기물 유형, 에너지 생산량, 플랜트 용량, 원료원, 용도, 최종사용자, 소유 형태, 시설 유형 및 지역별 세계 분석

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Waste-to-Energy Market is accounted for $48.7 billion in 2026 and is expected to reach $85.5 billion by 2034 growing at a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period. Waste-to-energy refers to the process of converting non-recyclable waste materials into usable energy through thermal, biological, or chemical conversion technologies. This market encompasses various plant capacities ranging from below 10 MW to above 100 MW, processing feedstock sources including residential waste, commercial waste, industrial waste, institutional waste, agricultural waste, wastewater treatment plants, landfills, and other sources. Growing waste generation, increasing environmental concerns about landfill disposal, rising energy demand, and government policies promoting renewable energy and circular economy are key drivers of market expansion across all regions.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Rising waste generation and landfill capacity constraints

The increasing global waste generation and growing constraints on landfill capacity are primary drivers for the waste-to-energy market. Rapid urbanization, population growth, and changing consumption patterns are generating unprecedented waste volumes. Landfill space is becoming scarce and expensive in many regions, particularly in densely populated areas. Environmental concerns including greenhouse gas emissions, groundwater contamination, and land use issues associated with landfilling drive interest in alternative waste management solutions. Waste-to-energy offers a sustainable alternative that reduces waste volume while generating useful energy. As waste generation continues rising and landfill capacity diminishes, demand for waste-to-energy solutions continues growing.

Restraint:

High capital costs and complex regulatory requirements

The significant capital investment required for waste-to-energy facilities and complex regulatory approval processes represent a major restraint for market growth. Large-scale waste-to-energy plants require substantial upfront investment in technology, infrastructure, and environmental control systems. Project development timelines are extended by permitting, environmental impact assessments, and community consultation requirements. Regulatory requirements for emissions control and environmental protection add to costs and complexity. Financing challenges for large infrastructure projects affect development. These capital and regulatory barriers may slow project development and limit market expansion, particularly in developing regions with constrained investment capacity.

Opportunity:

Technological innovations and integrated waste management solutions

Continuous innovation in waste-to-energy technologies presents significant opportunities for market expansion. Advanced thermal technologies including gasification and pyrolysis offer higher efficiency and lower emissions compared to conventional incineration. Anaerobic digestion and other biological conversion technologies are expanding the range of treatable feedstocks. Integrated waste management solutions combining waste-to-energy with recycling, composting, and other technologies optimize resource recovery. Smaller-scale, modular plant designs enable deployment in diverse settings. As technology improves and environmental performance enhances, new applications and improved economics capture growing market share, expanding the addressable market.

Threat:

Public opposition and environmental concerns

Public opposition to waste-to-energy facilities and environmental concerns about emissions represent significant threats to market growth. Community concerns about air emissions including particulates, heavy metals, and dioxins can delay or prevent facility development. Environmental advocacy groups often oppose waste incineration and related technologies. The perception of waste-to-energy as competing with recycling and waste reduction creates policy debates. Stringent emissions regulations can affect economic viability. Social acceptance challenges can prolong project development timelines and increase costs.

Covid-19 Impact:

The COVID-19 pandemic had a varied impact on the waste-to-energy market. Waste generation patterns shifted during lockdowns, with increased residential waste and decreased commercial and industrial waste. Project delays and construction interruptions affected facility development timelines. Supply chain disruptions affected equipment availability. However, the pandemic reinforced focus on waste management infrastructure and renewable energy investment as governments included infrastructure in recovery packages. Post-pandemic, waste generation has normalized with continued policy support for sustainable waste management and renewable energy.

The 25-50 MW segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The 25-50 MW segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period, driven by an optimal balance of scale economies and manageable project size, providing an ideal solution for many municipalities and industrial applications. These medium-scale plants offer sufficient capacity for processing municipal waste from medium-sized cities while maintaining economic viability. This plant capacity segment is preferred for applications where modularity and flexibility are prioritized, as they can be deployed faster and with lower investment risk compared to mega-plants. Technologies like incineration, gasification, and anaerobic digestion are commonly deployed at this capacity. The strong presence of this segment across diverse geographies and waste profiles secures its dominant market position.

The Residential Waste segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Over the forecast period, the Residential Waste segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate, fueled by increasing urban populations, growing per-capita waste generation, and rising emphasis on diverting household waste from landfills. Residential waste represents the largest waste stream in most regions, with significant and growing volumes. Rising urbanization and population growth in developing regions are increasing residential waste generation. Government policies promoting waste diversion and renewable energy support residential waste-to-energy development. The large and growing addressable market creates substantial opportunity. As urbanization continues and waste management priorities evolve, residential waste-to-energy delivers the fastest feedstock segment growth.

Region with largest share:

During the forecast period, the Europe region is expected to hold the largest market share, supported by ambitious waste management policies, established waste-to-energy infrastructure, and strong environmental regulations. European countries have pioneered waste-to-energy technology with significant installed capacity across multiple nations. The European Union's circular economy policies and landfill diversion targets drive continued investment. Strong policy frameworks, established waste management systems, and mature project financing support sustained market presence. With established infrastructure and policy commitment, Europe maintains its dominant market position.

Region with highest CAGR:

Over the forecast period, the Asia-Pacific region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR, driven by rapid urbanization, increasing waste generation, growing energy demand, and government waste-to-energy initiatives across countries including China, India, and Southeast Asian nations. The region's large and growing populations create substantial waste generation and treatment needs. Rising environmental awareness and government policies promoting sustainable waste management support investment. Growing infrastructure investment in waste-to-energy facilities across major cities creates demand. As urbanization continues and waste management infrastructure expands, Asia Pacific delivers the fastest waste-to-energy market growth globally.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Waste-to-Energy Market include Veolia Environnement S.A., SUEZ S.A., Hitachi Zosen Corporation, Kanadevia Corporation, Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc., Covanta Holding Corporation, Keppel Ltd., China Everbright Environment Group Limited, Martin GmbH fur Umwelt- und Energietechnik, Doosan Enerbility Co., Ltd., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Ramboll Group A/S, CNIM Group, Paprec Group, Wheelabrator Technologies Inc., ANDRITZ AG, BWX Technologies, Inc., and Ramboll Energy.

Key Developments:

In May 2026, Kanadevia's green technology subsidiary, Kanadevia Inova, alongside project partners Suez and Acea, broke ground on the construction of a state-of-the-art waste-to-energy facility in Rome (Santa Palomba). Operating under a 30-year concession, the plant will treat 600,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste annually, generate 65 MW of electricity, and incorporate high-efficiency carbon capture and liquefaction systems.

In May 2026, Suez joined the special purpose vehicle RenewRome alongside Kanadevia Inova to begin the construction phase of the landmark Circular Resources Park in Italy, providing long-term specialized regional resource handling and operational support.

In May 2026, Babcock & Wilcox successfully priced a major public stock offering of over 10.8 million common shares at $18.50 per share to raise roughly $200 million in gross proceeds to reinforce its balance sheet and fund renewable project deployments.

Technologies Covered:

• Thermal Technologies
• Biological Technologies
• Physical and Chemical Conversion Technologies
• Other Technologies

Waste Types Covered:

• Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)
• Industrial Waste
• Agricultural Waste and Biomass Residues
• Food Waste
• Sewage Sludge
• Plastic Waste
• Medical and Healthcare Waste
• Construction and Demolition Waste
• Electronic Waste (E-Waste)
• Other Waste Types

Energy Outputs Covered:

• Electricity Generation
• Heat Generation
• Combined Heat and Power (CHP)
• Biogas Production
• Biofuels
• Steam Production

Plant Capacities Covered:

• Below 10 MW
• 10-25 MW
• 25-50 MW
• 50-100 MW
• Above 100 MW

Feedstock Sources Covered:

• Residential Waste
• Commercial Waste
• Industrial Waste
• Institutional Waste
• Agricultural Waste
• Wastewater Treatment Plants
• Landfills
• Other Feedstock Sources

Applications Covered:

• Power Generation
• District Heating
• Industrial Steam Supply
• Transportation Fuel Production
• Grid Support and Peak Load Management
• Residential Energy Supply
• Commercial Energy Supply
• Other Applications

End Users Covered:

• Utilities
• Municipal Authorities
• Industrial Sector
• Commercial Sector
• Independent Power Producers (IPPs)
• Waste Management Companies
• Other End Users

Ownership Models Covered:

• Public Ownership
• Private Ownership
• Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
• Build-Own-Operate (BOO)
• Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT)
• Other Ownership Models

Facility Types Covered:

• Dedicated Waste-to-Energy Plants
• Integrated Waste Management Facilities
• Co-processing Facilities
• Modular and Decentralized Plants
• Landfill Gas-to-Energy Facilities
• Anaerobic Digestion Facilities

Regions Covered:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • United Kingdom
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Netherlands
  • Belgium
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Poland
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Thailand
  • Malaysia
  • Singapore
  • Vietnam
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Colombia
  • Chile
  • Peru
  • Rest of South America
• Rest of the World (RoW)
  • Middle East
• Saudi Arabia
• United Arab Emirates
• Qatar
• Israel
• Rest of Middle East
  • Africa
• South Africa
• Egypt
• Morocco
• Rest of Africa

What our report offers:

• Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
• Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
• Covers Market data for the years 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2030, 2032 and 2034
• Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
• Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
• Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
• Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
• Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

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Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

• 1.1 Market Snapshot and Key Highlights
• 1.2 Growth Drivers, Challenges, and Opportunities
• 1.3 Competitive Landscape Overview
• 1.4 Strategic Insights and Recommendations

2 Research Framework

• 2.1 Study Objectives and Scope
• 2.2 Stakeholder Analysis
• 2.3 Research Assumptions and Limitations
• 2.4 Research Methodology
  • 2.4.1 Data Collection (Primary and Secondary)
  • 2.4.2 Data Modeling and Estimation Techniques
  • 2.4.3 Data Validation and Triangulation
  • 2.4.4 Analytical and Forecasting Approach

3 Market Dynamics and Trend Analysis

• 3.1 Market Definition and Structure
• 3.2 Key Market Drivers
• 3.3 Market Restraints and Challenges
• 3.4 Growth Opportunities and Investment Hotspots
• 3.5 Industry Threats and Risk Assessment
• 3.6 Technology and Innovation Landscape
• 3.7 Emerging and High-Growth Markets
• 3.8 Regulatory and Policy Environment
• 3.9 Impact of COVID-19 and Recovery Outlook

4 Competitive and Strategic Assessment

• 4.1 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • 4.1.1 Supplier Bargaining Power
  • 4.1.2 Buyer Bargaining Power
  • 4.1.3 Threat of Substitutes
  • 4.1.4 Threat of New Entrants
  • 4.1.5 Competitive Rivalry
• 4.2 Market Share Analysis of Key Players
• 4.3 Product Benchmarking and Performance Comparison

5 Global Waste-to-Energy Market, By Technology

• 5.1 Thermal Technologies
  • 5.1.1 Incineration
  • 5.1.2 Gasification
  • 5.1.3 Pyrolysis
  • 5.1.4 Plasma Arc Gasification
• 5.2 Biological Technologies
  • 5.2.1 Anaerobic Digestion
  • 5.2.2 Landfill Gas Recovery
  • 5.2.3 Fermentation
• 5.3 Physical and Chemical Conversion Technologies
  • 5.3.1 Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF) Production
  • 5.3.2 Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF) Production
  • 5.3.3 Hydrothermal Carbonization
• 5.4 Other Technologies

6 Global Waste-to-Energy Market, By Waste Type

• 6.1 Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)
• 6.2 Industrial Waste
• 6.3 Agricultural Waste and Biomass Residues
• 6.4 Food Waste
• 6.5 Sewage Sludge
• 6.6 Plastic Waste
• 6.7 Medical and Healthcare Waste
• 6.8 Construction and Demolition Waste
• 6.9 Electronic Waste (E-Waste)
• 6.10 Other Waste Types

7 Global Waste-to-Energy Market, By Energy Output

• 7.1 Electricity Generation
• 7.2 Heat Generation
• 7.3 Combined Heat and Power (CHP)
• 7.4 Biogas Production
• 7.5 Biofuels
  • 7.5.1 Biomethane
  • 7.5.2 Bio-Oil
  • 7.5.3 Syngas
  • 7.5.4 Hydrogen
• 7.6 Steam Production

8 Global Waste-to-Energy Market, By Plant Capacity

• 8.1 Below 10 MW
• 8.2 10-25 MW
• 8.3 25-50 MW
• 8.4 50-100 MW
• 8.5 Above 100 MW

9 Global Waste-to-Energy Market, By Feedstock Source

• 9.1 Residential Waste
• 9.2 Commercial Waste
• 9.3 Industrial Waste
• 9.4 Institutional Waste
• 9.5 Agricultural Waste
• 9.6 Wastewater Treatment Plants
• 9.7 Landfills
• 9.8 Other Feedstock Sources

10 Global Waste-to-Energy Market, By Application

• 10.1 Power Generation
• 10.2 District Heating
• 10.3 Industrial Steam Supply
• 10.4 Transportation Fuel Production
• 10.5 Grid Support and Peak Load Management
• 10.6 Residential Energy Supply
• 10.7 Commercial Energy Supply
• 10.8 Other Applications

11 Global Waste-to-Energy Market, By End User

• 11.1 Utilities
• 11.2 Municipal Authorities
• 11.3 Industrial Sector
• 11.4 Commercial Sector
• 11.5 Independent Power Producers (IPPs)
• 11.6 Waste Management Companies
• 11.7 Other End Users

12 Global Waste-to-Energy Market, By Ownership Model

• 12.1 Public Ownership
• 12.2 Private Ownership
• 12.3 Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
• 12.4 Build-Own-Operate (BOO)
• 12.5 Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT)
• 12.6 Other Ownership Models

13 Global Waste-to-Energy Market, By Facility Type

• 13.1 Dedicated Waste-to-Energy Plants
• 13.2 Integrated Waste Management Facilities
• 13.3 Co-processing Facilities
• 13.4 Modular and Decentralized Plants
• 13.5 Landfill Gas-to-Energy Facilities
• 13.6 Anaerobic Digestion Facilities

14 Global Waste-to-Energy Market, By Geography

• 14.1 North America
  • 14.1.1 United States
  • 14.1.2 Canada
  • 14.1.3 Mexico
• 14.2 Europe
  • 14.2.1 United Kingdom
  • 14.2.2 Germany
  • 14.2.3 France
  • 14.2.4 Italy
  • 14.2.5 Spain
  • 14.2.6 Netherlands
  • 14.2.7 Belgium
  • 14.2.8 Sweden
  • 14.2.9 Switzerland
  • 14.2.10 Poland
  • 14.2.11 Rest of Europe
• 14.3 Asia Pacific
  • 14.3.1 China
  • 14.3.2 Japan
  • 14.3.3 India
  • 14.3.4 South Korea
  • 14.3.5 Australia
  • 14.3.6 Indonesia
  • 14.3.7 Thailand
  • 14.3.8 Malaysia
  • 14.3.9 Singapore
  • 14.3.10 Vietnam
  • 14.3.11 Rest of Asia Pacific
• 14.4 South America
  • 14.4.1 Brazil
  • 14.4.2 Argentina
  • 14.4.3 Colombia
  • 14.4.4 Chile
  • 14.4.5 Peru
  • 14.4.6 Rest of South America
• 14.5 Rest of the World (RoW)
  • 14.5.1 Middle East
    • 14.5.1.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 14.5.1.2 United Arab Emirates
    • 14.5.1.3 Qatar
    • 14.5.1.4 Israel
    • 14.5.1.5 Rest of Middle East
  • 14.5.2 Africa
    • 14.5.2.1 South Africa
    • 14.5.2.2 Egypt
    • 14.5.2.3 Morocco
    • 14.5.2.4 Rest of Africa

15 Strategic Market Intelligence

• 15.1 Industry Value Network and Supply Chain Assessment
• 15.2 White-Space and Opportunity Mapping
• 15.3 Product Evolution and Market Life Cycle Analysis
• 15.4 Channel, Distributor, and Go-to-Market Assessment

16 Industry Developments and Strategic Initiatives

• 16.1 Mergers and Acquisitions
• 16.2 Partnerships, Alliances, and Joint Ventures
• 16.3 New Product Launches and Certifications
• 16.4 Capacity Expansion and Investments
• 16.5 Other Strategic Initiatives

17 Company Profiles

• 17.1 Veolia Environnement S.A.
• 17.2 SUEZ S.A.
• 17.3 Hitachi Zosen Corporation
• 17.4 Kanadevia Corporation
• 17.5 Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc.
• 17.6 Covanta Holding Corporation
• 17.7 Keppel Ltd.
• 17.8 China Everbright Environment Group Limited
• 17.9 Martin GmbH fur Umwelt- und Energietechnik
• 17.10 Doosan Enerbility Co., Ltd.
• 17.11 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
• 17.12 Ramboll Group A/S
• 17.13 CNIM Group
• 17.14 Paprec Group
• 17.15 Wheelabrator Technologies Inc.
• 17.16 ANDRITZ AG
• 17.17 BWX Technologies, Inc.
• 17.18 Ramboll Energy