In 2023, Norway led in urban and other primary wastewater treatment plant connections in Europe, with a share of 32.62 thousand units, followed by Spain at 19.65 thousand units. Positive growth was notable in Bulgaria at 50.06% and Latvia at 10.18%, whereas Albania and Slovakia saw significant declines of 27.67% and 34.24%, respectively. Over the past five years, varying trends have influenced the share of populations connected to these facilities, reflecting regional differences in infrastructure developments and regulatory changes.
Future trends to watch include the continued growth in countries investing in wastewater infrastructure upgrades and modernization driven by EU regulations. Additionally, advancements in technology and increased focus on sustainability will likely play pivotal roles in expanding and optimizing wastewater treatment capacities across Europe.
Top countries in Population Connected to Urban and Other Primary Wastewater Treatment Plants Share by Country (Thousand Units)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 32.62 | 2023 | +1.18% | +2.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.65 | 2023 | -0.73% | +7.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 13.55 | 2023 | -2.23% | -1.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Malta | 11.41 | 2023 | +2.85% | +0.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 11.33 | 2023 | -10.74% | -6.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Albania | 3.48 | 2023 | -8.22% | -27.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 2.55 | 2023 | +0.35% | +50.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 1.97 | 2023 | +0.023% | -0.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 0.75 | 2021 | -4.81% | -2.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 0.41 | 2023 | +21.89% | +10.18% | View data |
