Germany was largest exporter of plastic waste in 2025, sending 810,000 tonnes overseas, analysis finds
Germany was largest exporter of plastic waste in 2025, sending 810,000 tonnes overseas, analysis finds
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Germany was largest exporter of plastic waste in 2025, sending 810,000 tonnes overseas, analysis finds
UK was close behind, exporting 675,000 tonnes, with much of the waste sent to Turkey, Malaysia and Indonesia
Much of the waste was sent to Turkey, followed by Malaysia, with Indonesia also a regular destination. Investigations have repeatedly linked the plastic recycling industry in these countries to environmental damage, illegal dumping and burning, and labour abuses.