In 2040, China is forecast to have the highest consumption of plastics, amounting to over 159 million metric tons. Non-OECD EU countries are forecast to consume the least amount of plastics, totaling 2.3 million metric tons in the same year.
Forecast of the use of plastics worldwide in 2040, by region
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OECD. (September 29, 2024). Forecast of the use of plastics worldwide in 2040, by region (in million metric tons) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 23, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1546131/global-plastic-use-forecast-by-region/
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