E-waste Management Market To Reach 101.3 Million Metric Tons By 2030

E-waste Management Market Growth & Trends

The global e-waste management market volume is estimated to reach 101.3 million metric tons in 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2025 to 2030. The rapid pace of technological advancements significantly drives the growth of the market. As new technologies emerge and consumer electronics become more sophisticated, the lifecycle of electronic devices shortens, leading to increased turnover rates and higher volumes of discarded electronics. The scenario creates a substantial demand for effective and sustainable e-waste management solutions to handle the growing surge of electronic waste responsibly.

The increasing adoption of electronic devices across various sectors fuels the market's growth. In recent years, there has been a remarkable increase in the adoption of smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other consumer electronics, driven by technological advancements and increasing consumer demand for connectivity and convenience. This trend extends beyond consumer electronics to encompass sectors such as Information Technology (IT), telecommunications, healthcare, and industrial equipment, where electronic devices are integral to operations and services. Technological innovations and the continuous evolution of electronic devices play a pivotal role in accelerating e-waste generation. As newer models with enhanced features and capabilities enter the market, older devices quickly become obsolete, prompting users and organizations to discard them.

However, high costs associated with e-waste recycling are expected to hinder market growth. Moreover, the procurement of high-end machinery to effectively recycle the scrap, coupled with instructing the workers about the meticulous execution of every step, remain the major hurdles in the growth of the market. However, increasing awareness about the hazardous effects of e-waste on human health, along with strict regulations concerning the generation and treatment of e-waste in most countries, are expected to reduce the impact of these challenges over the forecast period.

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E-waste Management Market Report Highlights

• The metals segment accounted for a dominant share of 62.2% in 2024  in the market. Electronic components are mainly made of metals that are used for various purposes, such as tracks in PCBs and peripheral equipment. This is anticipated to drive the segment's growth over the forecast years.

• The consumer electronics segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 in the market. Rising disposable income and falling consumer electronics prices positively affect the consumer electronics market.

• The recycle segment is anticipated to grow at a faster CAGR over the forecast period in the market, owing to programs undertaken by numerous governments and NGOs that focus on effective collection, treatment, and recycling of e-scraps.

• The rapid technological advancements and consumer inclination toward the latest electronic gadgets and reduced lifespan of gadgets drive market growth.

E-waste Management Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global e-waste management market report based on processed material, source, application, and region:

E-waste Management Processed Material Outlook (Volume, Thousand Metric Tons, 2018 - 2030)

• Metal

  • Copper

  • Steel

  • Others

• Plastic

• Glass

• Others

E-waste Management Source Outlook (Volume, Thousand Metric Tons, 2018 - 2030)

• Industrial Electronics

  • IT & Telecom Equipment

    • Datacenters

    • Networking Cards/Equipment

    • Digital Boards

    • Others

  • Medical Equipment

    • Monitoring And Control Equipment

    • Others

• Consumer Electronics

  • Household Appliances

    • Refrigerator

    • Television

    • Others

  • Handheld Electronics

    • Smartphones

    • Tablets

    • Wearables

    • Others

  • IT Accessories

    • Keyboards

    • Mice

    • Laptop Cases

    • USB Memory Sticks

    • Others

  • IT Equipment

    • Desktops

    • Laptops

    • Netbooks

    • Others

  • PCBs

    • High-grade

    • Medium-grade

    • Low-grade

• Others

E-waste Management Application Outlook (Volume, Thousand Metric Tons, 2018 - 2030)

• Disposal

  • Reuse

  • Landfill

  • Incineration

• Recycle

E-waste Management Regional Outlook (Volume, Thousand Metric Tons, 2018 - 2030)

• North America

  • U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • Germany

  • UK

  • France

  • Italy

  • Spain

  • Norway

  • Sweden

  • Switzerland

  • Austria

  • Belgium

  • Netherlands

  • Ireland

• Asia Pacific

  • China

  • India

  • Japan

  • South Korea

  • Taiwan

• Latin America

  • Brazil

• Middle East & Africa

List of Key Players in E-waste Management Market

• Aurubis AG

• Boliden Group

• Desco Electronic Recyclers

• EcoCentric

• ENVIRO-HUB HOLDINGS LTD.

• ERI

• Greentec

• Kuusakoski

• MRITECHNOLOGIES

• Namo eWaste Management Ltd.

• Sims Limited

• Stena Metall AB

• Tetronics Environmental Technology Company

• Umicore

• WM Intellectual Property Holdings, L.L.C.