In 2023, Germany led European investments in environmental protection assets for wastewater management, recording 68.67 million euros. Growth in investment varied by country: Germany and Italy saw the highest year-on-year increases of 3.57% and 4.59% respectively, indicating strong commitment to sustainability in these nations. In contrast, Ireland and Austria experienced notable declines of 12.52% and 5.84%, suggesting potential challenges or shifts in policy priorities. Over the past five years, compound annual growth rates reveal disparities in investment growth across the region, highlighting the uneven progress in environmental initiatives.
Future trends to watch in European Gross Fixed Capital Formation on environmental assets include:
- Germany's continued leadership and potential influence on broader EU policy.
- Policy incentives in lagging countries like Austria and Ireland to revive investment.
- Broader adoption of sustainable practices potentially boosted by EU-wide regulations and funding.
- Technological advancements driving efficient wastewater management solutions.
- Increased cross-border collaborations enhancing regional investment dynamics.
Top countries in Gross Fixed Capital Formation on Cleaner Environmental Protection Assets in Wastewater Management in Any Business Sector by the Business Sector Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 68.67 | 2023 | +1.91% | +3.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 19.72 | 2023 | +3.83% | +4.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 3.19 | 2023 | +0.98% | +0.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 2.69 | 2023 | +4.82% | +4.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 1.49 | 2023 | +2.13% | -1.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 0.84 | 2023 | +5.88% | +0.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 0.57 | 2023 | -7.5% | -5.84% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 0.33 | 2023 | -16% | -12.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.14 | 2023 | 0% | -5.59% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 0.12 | 2023 | 0% | -2.33% | View data |
