U.S. Municipal Solid Waste Management Market Size

U.S. Municipal Solid Waste Management Market Size

U.S. Municipal Solid Waste Management Market size surpassed USD 15 billion in 2019 and the annual treatment capacity is anticipated to surpass 275 million tonnes by 2026. The surging urban population with increasing disposable incomes will significantly impact the market growth.

In majority of cases across U.S., the trash is accrued and disposed either in landfills or an incinerator. Incineration of the collected waste results in the reduction of existing volume & weight by 90% & 75% respectively. However, incineration and landfilling of waste across the U.S., poses significant threats to the environment. Hence, the policymakers across majority of the states are emphasizing significantly toward the adoption of sustainable municipal solid waste management programs & practices, with primary inclination toward recycling. In recycling municipal solid waste management process, the segregated waste is sent through various reprocessing units for effective conversion into various useful materials.

Currently, the recycling industry across the U.S. is witnessing subdued growth due to ongoing outbreak of novel coronavirus also known as COVID – 19. The waste recycling of the trash being collected has witnessed limited inclination on account of the health risks associated with the recycling of contaminated material. However, if the growth of the virus declines in the coming months, the municipal solid waste management recycling industry will witness accelerated expansion owing to country’s strong focus toward material recovery and zero waste generation goals.
 

The U.S. municipal solid waste management market report covers a detailed analysis of industry trends segmented on a regional & state basis across types of sources, treatment, and material composition of MSW. Moreover, the market forecasts & estimates are in line with the data represented by state, federal,  and state authorities including the World Bank, International Solid Waste Association, U.S. EPA, Pennsylvania Waste Industry Association, Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Texas Association of Regional Councils, regulatory bodies, and company press releases.