In 2023, the number of full-time equivalent researchers in the sectors of electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply, and water collection, treatment, and supply in Japan was at a certain level, serving as a baseline for future projections. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a modest growth trend, starting at 1.49 thousand researchers in 2024 and gradually increasing to 1.52 thousand by 2028.
The year-on-year growth shows slight increases, with variations maintaining a range of 0.01 to 0.02 thousand in the forecasted years, highlighting stability with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) signaling steady expansion over this forecast period.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in energy and water systems that could increase research demand.
- Policy changes affecting sector priorities and resource allocations.
- Global climate goals influencing research focus areas to drive sector innovation.
