The forecast for groundwater abstraction in France from 2024 to 2028 shows a slight decline. The abstraction value stood at 5.85 billion cubic meters in 2023. For 2024, it is forecasted at 5.82 billion cubic meters, marking a 0.51% decrease from the previous year.
From 2025 to 2027, the value remains stable at 5.81 billion cubic meters, with a negligible year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.17% in 2025 from 2024. By 2028, it slightly drops to 5.80 billion cubic meters, a 0.17% decrease from 2027. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -0.21%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Policy changes regarding water conservation and environmental regulations.
- Technological advancements in water management and recycling.
- Climate change impacts affecting water supply and demand.
