Italy leader in waste oil collection and recycling: here are the data

Italy is positioned at the top in Europe for the collection and recycling of used mineral oils, reaching a regeneration rate close to 100%. This result emerged from the 2023 Sustainability Report of Conou, the National Consortium for the Management, Collection and Treatment of Used Mineral Oils. The Italian supply chain also recorded economic growth of 12% compared to the previous year.

Italy leader used oils: collection and recycling

In 2023, the sector harvested 183.000 tonnes of mineral oil used by industrial sites and workshops, almost all of the collectible. Of this, 98% was regenerated thanks to the work of 59 dealers who collected from 103.000 producers throughout Italy.

For these operations, 678 vehicles were used, with 6.641 deliveries made.

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While Italy almost regenerates the 100% of the oil collected, the European average stops at 61%. Furthermore, the European collection rate is 82%, much lower than Italian standards, despite the significant contribution of our country.

Northern Italy contributes over 58% of the total harvest, with Lombardy in the lead (22%), followed by Veneto (12%). Central Italy represents 18% of the collection, with Lazio and Campania each contributing 7%. The South and the islands cover the remaining 23%

Environmental, economic and employment impact

Thanks to Conou's commitment, emissions of 2023 tonnes of CO127.000 equivalent were avoided in 2, saved 60 million of cubic meters of water and reduced the risk of diseases linked to particulate matter by 92%.

The Consortium's activity has generated a economic impact of 81,3 million euros, recording an increase of 12% compared to 2022, and provided employment to 1.857 people.

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Furthermore, the regeneration of used oils has reduced the need to import fossil raw materials for approximately 105 million euros.

Italy, the leader in used oils, not only leads in the collection and regeneration of used mineral oils, but continues to improve its environmental and economic standards, confirming itself as a example of excellence at European level.