In 2022, municipal waste generation in OECD countries was estimated at 530.6 kilograms. The Americas had the highest rate, at roughly 613 kilograms per person. In contrast, OECD countries in Asia Oceania recorded an average of 402 kilograms of municipal waste generated per person.
Municipal waste generation per capita in OECD countries worldwide in 2022, by region
(in kilograms)
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