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化學品回收和廢棄物再生利用服務市場預測至2032年:按原料、服務類型、最終用戶和地區分類的全球分析Chemical Recycling and Waste Valorization Services Market Forecasts to 2032 - Global Analysis By Feedstock (Plastics, Biomass & Organic Waste and Industrial Waste Streams), Service Type, End User and By Geography |
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根據 Stratistics MRC 的一項研究,全球化學品回收和廢棄物回收服務市場預計在 2025 年達到 198 億美元,預計到 2032 年將達到 987.2 億美元,在預測期內的複合年成長率為 25.8%。
化學回收和廢棄物可回收服務透過將塑膠、工業廢棄物和其他廢棄物轉化為可再利用的材料和能源,提供永續的解決方案,從而促進循環經濟實踐。這些服務利用熱解、氣化和催化等技術,將複雜的廢棄物分解成有價值的化學品、燃料或新產品的原料。化學回收透過防止掩埋堆積和減少對原生資源的依賴,提高了資源利用效率和永續生產。廢棄物可回收透過將產品零件和殘渣轉化為適銷產品,帶來經濟效益,並實現經濟和環境的雙重效益。透過綜合利用這些服務,各行業可以與全球永續性和碳減排舉措保持一致,同時最大限度地減少對生態系統的影響。
根據聯合國環境規劃署(UNEP)發布的《2024年全球廢棄物管理展望》,在一切照舊的情況下,預計到2050年,全球城市固態廢棄物產生量將從2020年的21億噸增加到每年38億噸。
塑膠和工業廢棄物日益增多
塑膠廢棄物和工業廢棄物的激增是推動化學回收和廢棄物再生服務市場發展的主要動力。加速的都市化、工業化以及消費者行為的改變,正在產生前所未有的廢棄物量,而傳統的處理方法已無法應付。化學回收和再生製程透過將廢棄物轉化為可重複使用的材料、能源和高價值化學品,提供了一種有效的解決方案。各公司正在加速採用這些技術,以高效處理廢棄物並減少對環境的破壞。人們永續性增強的永續發展意識以及解決全球廢棄物問題的迫切需求,進一步推動了市場成長。因此,化學回收已成為應對塑膠廢棄物和工業廢棄物激增的重要手段,同時兼顧環境和經濟目標。
高昂的資本和營運成本
化學品回收和廢棄物可回收市場面臨高昂的初始成本和營運成本的挑戰。開發先進的回收設施需要對技術、設備和熟練人員進行大量投資。能源消耗、維護和製程監控等持續性支出進一步加劇了財務壓力,尤其對中小企業影響尤其顯著。儘管化學品回收具有環境效益,但這些成本因素阻礙了企業採用此解決方案。高昂的初始成本和持續營運成本仍然是其廣泛應用的主要障礙。因此,透過資金籌措機制、成本削減策略或夥伴關係關係來解決財務限制至關重要,這有助於推動化學品回收和廢棄物可回收市場的更廣泛應用並支持其永續發展。
對永續產品的需求日益成長
隨著全球對永續產品的關注度日益提高,化學回收和廢棄物再利用服務具有巨大的成長潛力。消費者和企業都越來越傾向於環保材料、再生化學品和永續包裝,這催生了對創新回收解決方案的需求。化學回收可以將廢棄物轉化為符合環境和監管標準的高品質原料。企業可以利用此趨勢生產綠色產品,提升品牌聲譽,並獲得競爭優勢。透過將回收服務與永續發展措施相結合,企業可以吸引具有環保意識的客戶,開拓新市場,並減少對環境的影響,從而推動市場成長,並將化學回收和廢棄物再利用打造成為永續產品生態系統不可或缺的一部分。
技術風險和故障
技術故障及相關風險對化學品回收及廢棄物再生市場構成挑戰。熱解、氣化和解聚等製程依賴複雜的設備和精確的操作條件。設備故障、效率低下和設計缺陷會導致生產損失、延誤和經濟損失。高昂的維護需求和有限的技術專長進一步加劇了這些風險。採用創新或檢驗的技術的公司面臨著製程可靠性、擴充性和效能一致性方面的不確定性。這些技術缺陷會阻礙投資並降低技術普及率。實施可靠、維護良好且高效的系統對於最大限度地降低風險並支持化學品回收和廢棄物再生行業的永續發展至關重要。
新冠疫情透過供應鏈衝擊、工業生產減少和基礎設施計劃延誤,擾亂了化學品回收和廢棄物再利用服務市場。旅行限制和封鎖措施限制了廢棄物收集和運輸,減少了回收過程所需的原料供應。由於勞動力短缺和防疫通訊協定,回收工廠經歷了暫時關閉或運轉率下降。新設施和技術研發的投資放緩,延緩了創新和擴張計畫。儘管面臨這些挑戰,疫情凸顯了永續廢棄物管理和循環經濟模式的重要性。新冠疫情雖然造成了短期挫折,但也再次印證了化學品回收和廢棄物再利用服務的戰略重要性和長期成長潛力。
預計在預測期內,塑膠產業將佔據最大的市場佔有率。
由於塑膠的廣泛應用以及塑膠廢棄物對環境的影響,預計在預測期內,塑膠領域將佔據最大的市場佔有率。包裝、消費品和工業應用領域的快速成長導致塑膠廢棄物激增。先進的化學回收製程能夠有效地將各種塑膠轉化為有價值的原料、燃料和化學品,這使得塑膠成為回收的重點目標。日益嚴格的監管壓力和永續性目標進一步凸顯了妥善管理塑膠廢棄物的重要性。因此,塑膠仍然是化學回收和廢棄物回收服務市場中最受關注和投資的領域。
預計在預測期內,包裝產業將呈現最高的複合年成長率。
預計在預測期內,包裝產業將實現最高成長率,這主要得益於全球一次性包裝材料和多層包裝材料使用量的持續成長。電子商務、食品和消費品包裝的成長產生了大量的廢棄物,為化學回收解決方案創造了機會。先進的回收技術可以將包裝廢棄物轉化為有價值的單體、化學品和燃料,從而支持循環經濟的發展。監管要求、永續性的政策以及企業日益增強的環境責任感,進一步推動了對包裝廢棄物回收的投資。因此,在廢棄物數量不斷增加、對永續材料的需求以及減少環境影響的努力的推動下,包裝行業的成長速度超過了其他行業。
預計在預測期內,北美將佔據最大的市場佔有率,這得益於其先進的廢棄物管理基礎設施、嚴格的環境法規以及強勁的工業活動。該地區高效的收集、分類和回收系統能夠有效處理塑膠、工業殘渣和其他類型的廢棄物。政府推行的永續發展項目,包括一次性塑膠法規和財政獎勵,正在推動化學回收解決方案的普及。企業永續性措施以及消費者和產業日益增強的環保意識,進一步促進了市場成長。憑藉強大的技術實力、積極的研發活動和有利的政策,北美將繼續保持其在化學回收和廢棄物可回收服務領域的主導地位,吸引投資並推動先進回收技術的創新。
由於城市快速發展、工業擴張和廢棄物產生量不斷增加,預計亞太地區在預測期內將實現最高的複合年成長率。中國、印度和日本等國的塑膠廢棄物和工業廢棄物顯著成長,推動了對先進化學回收解決方案的需求。政府支持循環經濟、環境合規和永續廢棄物管理的政策正在推動市場接受度。消費者環保意識的提高和企業向綠色實踐的轉變進一步促進了成長。基礎設施的改善、技術的進步和投資的增加將使亞太地區成為成長最快的地區,並在未來幾年為化學回收和廢棄物回收服務創造巨大的機會。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Chemical Recycling and Waste Valorization Services Market is accounted for $19.80 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $98.72 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 25.8% during the forecast period. Chemical recycling and waste valorization services provide sustainable solutions by converting plastic, industrial, and other waste into reusable materials or energy, fostering circular economy practices. Utilizing technologies like pyrolysis, gasification, and catalytic processes, these services decompose complex waste into valuable chemicals, fuels, or building blocks for new products. By preventing landfill accumulation and reducing reliance on virgin resources, chemical recycling strengthens resource efficiency and sustainable production. Waste valorization adds economic advantage by transforming by-products and residues into marketable products, delivering both financial and environmental benefits. Collectively, these services enable industries to minimize ecological impact while aligning with global sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives.
According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Global Waste Management Outlook 2024, data shows that global municipal solid waste generation is projected to rise from 2.1 billion tonnes in 2020 to 3.8 billion tonnes annually by 2050 under a business-as-usual scenario.
Rising plastic and industrial waste
Growing plastic and industrial waste volumes are key drivers of the chemical recycling and waste valorization services market. Accelerated urbanization, industrialization, and evolving consumption behaviors have generated unprecedented waste levels, challenging traditional disposal methods. Chemical recycling and valorization processes offer effective solutions by transforming waste into reusable materials, energy, and valuable chemicals. Businesses increasingly adopt these technologies to efficiently handle waste while mitigating environmental harm. Heightened awareness of sustainability and the pressing need to tackle the global waste problem further stimulate market growth. As a result, chemical recycling emerges as an essential tool for addressing the rising accumulation of plastic and industrial waste, supporting environmental and economic objectives simultaneously.
High capital and operational costs
The chemical recycling and waste valorization market faces challenges due to high initial and operational costs. Developing sophisticated recycling facilities requires large investments in technology, equipment, and skilled personnel. Ongoing expenses, such as energy consumption, maintenance, and process supervision, add to financial pressures, particularly affecting smaller enterprises. These cost considerations often hinder companies from adopting chemical recycling solutions despite their environmental benefits. The substantial upfront and running costs remain a significant barrier to widespread implementation. Therefore, addressing financial constraints through funding mechanisms, cost reduction strategies, or partnerships is essential to enable broader adoption and support sustainable growth in the chemical recycling and waste valorization market.
Growing demand for sustainable products
Increasing global emphasis on sustainable products offers significant growth potential for chemical recycling and waste valorization services. Both consumers and industries are favoring environmentally responsible materials, recycled chemicals, and sustainable packaging, creating demand for innovative recycling solutions. Chemical recycling allows the conversion of waste into high-quality raw materials that comply with environmental and regulatory standards. Companies can capitalize on this trend by producing green products, improving brand reputation, and gaining a competitive advantage. Integrating recycling services with sustainability initiatives helps businesses attract eco-conscious customers, open new market avenues, and reduce environmental footprints, driving market growth and establishing chemical recycling and waste valorization as essential components of the sustainable products ecosystem.
Technological risks and failures
Technological failures and associated risks pose challenges for the chemical recycling and waste valorization market. Processes like pyrolysis, gasification, and depolymerization depend on complex machinery and precise operating conditions. Equipment malfunctions, inefficiencies, or design shortcomings can reduce production, cause delays, and result in financial losses. High maintenance demands and limited technical expertise further amplify these risks. Businesses introducing innovative or untested technologies face uncertainties regarding process reliability, scalability, and performance consistency. Such technological vulnerabilities can discourage investment and slow adoption rates. Implementing dependable, well-maintained, and efficient systems is critical to minimize risks and support sustainable growth in the chemical recycling and waste valorization industry.
The COVID-19 outbreak disrupted the chemical recycling and waste valorization services market by affecting supply chains, lowering industrial output, and delaying infrastructure projects. Restrictions on movement and lockdown measures limited waste collection and transport, reducing the availability of feedstock for recycling processes. Recycling plants experienced temporary closures or operated at reduced capacity due to workforce constraints and health protocols. Investment in new facilities and technological development slowed, delaying innovation and expansion plans. Despite these challenges, the pandemic emphasized the critical need for sustainable waste management and circular economy adoption. While causing short-term setbacks, COVID-19 reinforced the strategic importance and long-term growth potential of chemical recycling and waste valorization services.
The plastics segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The plastics segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period due to their extensive use and the environmental impact of plastic waste. Rapid growth in packaging, consumer goods, and industrial applications has caused a surge in plastic waste generation. Advanced chemical recycling processes are particularly effective at converting various plastic types into valuable raw materials, fuels, and chemicals, making plastics a primary focus for recycling initiatives. Increasing regulatory pressure and sustainability goals further emphasize proper plastic waste management. As a result, plastics remain the leading segment, receiving the most attention and investment within the chemical recycling and waste valorization services market.
The packaging segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Over the forecast period, the packaging segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate due to the escalating use of single-use and multilayer packaging materials worldwide. Growth in e-commerce, food, and consumer product packaging generates large volumes of waste, creating opportunities for chemical recycling solutions. Advanced recycling technologies convert packaging waste into valuable monomers, chemicals, and fuels, supporting circular economy efforts. Regulatory mandates, sustainability-focused policies, and increasing corporate environmental responsibility further drive investment in packaging waste recycling. As a result, the packaging segment is growing faster than other industries, propelled by increasing waste volumes, demand for sustainable materials, and efforts to minimize environmental impact.
During the forecast period, the North America region is expected to hold the largest market share, supported by advanced waste management infrastructure, stringent environmental regulations, and high industrial activity. Efficient collection, sorting, and recycling systems in the region enable processing of plastics, industrial residues, and other waste types effectively. Government programs promoting sustainable practices, including single-use plastic restrictions and financial incentives, encourage the adoption of chemical recycling solutions. Corporate sustainability commitments and increasing environmental consciousness among consumers and industries further strengthen market growth. With strong technological capabilities, robust R&D activities, and favorable policies, North America remains the dominant region in chemical recycling and waste valorization services, attracting investments and fostering innovation in advanced recycling technologies.
Over the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR due to rapid urban growth, industrial expansion, and increasing waste production. Countries including China, India, and Japan are witnessing substantial rises in plastic and industrial waste, driving the need for advanced chemical recycling solutions. Government policies supporting circular economy initiatives, environmental compliance, and sustainable waste management are fueling market adoption. Growing environmental awareness among consumers and the corporate shift toward green practices further boost growth. Expanding infrastructure, technological advancements, and increasing investments make Asia-Pacific the fastest-growing region, offering significant opportunities for chemical recycling and waste valorization services in the coming years.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Chemical Recycling and Waste Valorization Services Market include Agilyx, BASF SE, Veolia Environnement S.A., SABIC, JEPLAN, Inc., ExxonMobil Corporation, Eastman Chemical Company, Recycling Technologies, INEOS AG, Waste Management, Inc., SUEZ SA, Covanta Holding Corporation, Brightmark, Plastic Energy and Loop Industries, Inc.
In November 2025, Veolia Environnement SA has entered into a definitive agreement with Enviri Corp. of Philadelphia, in which it will acquire 100 percent of Clean Earth for aggregate cash consideration of $3.04 billion. The board of directors for both companies have unanimously approved the transaction, which is expected to close mid-2026, pending regulatory approval and subject to Enviri shareholder approval.
In July 2025, BASF and Equinor have signed a long-term strategic agreement for the annual delivery of up to 23 terawatt hours of natural gas over a ten-year period. The contract secures a substantial share of BASF's natural gas needs in Europe. This agreement further strengthens our partnership with BASF. Natural gas not only provides energy security to Europe but also critical feedstock to European industries.
In July 2025, Agilyx has entered into a binding agreement to acquire 44% of GreenDot, aiming to strengthen Agilyx's presence in the European market and create a global platform for sourcing and supplying feedstock to the advanced recycling industry.
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.