In 2023, Mexico led in fresh groundwater abstraction for manufacturing, utilizing 2.54 billion cubic meters. Across countries, there were varied year-on-year trends. Mexico experienced a 1.77% increase, while Finland and Luxembourg saw significant decreases of 2.75% and 4.15%, respectively. Countries like Slovakia and Lithuania displayed marginal growth, while others like Russia and Belgium experienced declines. Over a five-year period, these fluctuations represent an average annual change, with diverse overall trends across nations.
Looking towards the future, governments and industries should prioritize sustainable practices and water-efficient technologies to manage fresh groundwater resources. Variabilities in abstraction rates will depend on economic and technological developments, environmental policies, and climate change impacts.
Top countries in Fresh Ground Water Abstractions for Manufacturing by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Mexico | 2,540 | 2023 | +1.24% | +1.77% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 508 | 2023 | -2.5% | -2.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 165 | 2023 | 0% | -1.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 57.8 | 2023 | +0.52% | +0.035% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 52.11 | 2023 | -1.88% | -1.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 23.4 | 2023 | -2.09% | -2.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 23.05 | 2023 | 0% | -1.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 7.83 | 2023 | 0% | -2.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 7.68 | 2023 | -0.13% | -0.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 6.92 | 2023 | +1.32% | +1.57% | View data |
