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Singapore Leads in Terms of Plastic Waste per Capita
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What we’re showing
This graphic ranks the top 20 countries by their amount of single-use plastic waste generated per capita. Figures are based on 2019 estimates, published in May 2021.
Key takeaway
Developed countries account for the majority of names in this ranking, likely due to their higher levels of personal consumption.
Dataset
Rank | Region | Country | kg per person |
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1 | Asia | Singapore | 76 |
2 | Oceania | Australia | 59 |
3 | Middle East | Oman | 56 |
4 | Europe | Netherlands | 55 |
5 | Europe | Belgium | 55 |
6 | Middle East | Israel | 55 |
7 | Asia | Hong Kong | 55 |
8 | Europe | Switzerland | 53 |
9 | North America | U.S. | 53 |
10 | Middle East | UAE | 52 |
11 | South America | Chile | 51 |
12 | Asia | S. Korea | 44 |
13 | Europe | UK | 44 |
14 | Middle East | Kuwait | 40 |
15 | Oceania | New Zealand | 39 |
16 | Europe | Ireland | 39 |
17 | Europe | Finland | 38 |
18 | Asia | Japan | 37 |
19 | Europe | France | 36 |
20 | Europe | Slovenia | 35 |
Data sources
Based on 2019 estimates. Research published May 2021.
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