Between 2013 and 2023, the volume of wastewater generated by the services sector in Spain exhibited a consistent decreasing trend, declining from 425.0 million cubic meters to 303.3 million cubic meters. The year-on-year variations have generally been negative, indicating a steady reduction in wastewater. Specifically, the year-on-year decrease in 2022 and 2023 were -4.5% and -4.68%, respectively. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) has averaged around -3.44%.
Looking ahead, the forecast indicates that this downward trend will continue, with an anticipated volume of 229.9 million cubic meters by 2028. This represents a forecasted five-year CAGR of -4.44% and an overall forecasted five-year growth rate of -20.31%.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in wastewater treatment technologies, regulatory changes aimed at reducing wastewater in the services sector, and potential shifts in industry practices towards more water-efficient processes.
