As of 2023, the freshwater abstraction by the mining and quarrying sector in France was recorded at 86.5 million cubic meters. Forecast data from 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual decline, with a decrease to 85.88 million cubic meters by 2028. Year-on-year variations reveal a near-static trend with a subtle downward trajectory, averaging around a 0.15% decrease per annum over the next five years.

Going forward, key trends to watch include:

Environmental regulations potentially tightening, affecting water use efficiency.
Innovative water conservation technologies becoming integral to operational strategies.
Potential shifts in mining practices or resource demands impacting water abstraction needs.