In 2024, Colombia leads in the number of self-employed individuals in the sectors of electricity, gas, water supply, sewerage, waste management, and remediation activities, with 42,000 persons. The United Kingdom and Japan follow, with significant figures at 24,000 and 15,000 respectively. Countries like the Czech Republic, Chile, and Germany see notable increases, with variations exceeding 7% from 2023.
Key trends in 2023 show varied growth patterns, with countries like the United Kingdom and Japan experiencing moderate growth, while Italy saw a decline. The Netherlands noted the highest year-on-year increase rate among these countries.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of technological advancements and green initiatives on the self-employment landscape within these sectors.
- How policy changes in response to environmental concerns might drive fluctuations in these figures.
- Regional economic factors affecting self-employed workforce dynamics, particularly in emerging markets.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Electricity, Gas and Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 42 | 2023 | +2.44% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 24 | 2023 | 0% | +2.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 15 | 2023 | 0% | +2.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 11 | 2023 | 0% | +1.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 10 | 2023 | 0% | +7.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 South Korea | 10 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Chile | 10 | 2023 | 0% | +7.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 10 | 2023 | 0% | +2.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 8 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 8 | 2023 | 0% | -2.33% | View data |
