As of 2023, Germany holds the largest share of employment in Europe's water supply, sewerage, waste management, and remediation activities at 16.98%, followed by Italy and France at 11.73% and 11.55%, respectively. Spain and the United Kingdom also show significant shares, while smaller markets like Iceland, Cyprus, and Luxembourg have minimal shares.
Year-on-year variations reveal notable growth in Greece (5.17%) and Austria (4.48%), while the Czech Republic and Belgium have seen declines. Over the past two years, robust employment growth was observed in Spain, driven by increased investments.
Future trends to monitor include potential impacts of digital transformation and environmental regulations on employment patterns. Countries investing in technology may see shifts in employment shares, and sustainability initiatives might influence workforce demands in environmental services across Europe.
Top countries in Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 16.98 | 2023 | +2.74% | +3.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 11.73 | 2023 | +2.59% | +2.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.55 | 2023 | +2.38% | +2.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 10.68 | 2023 | +3.51% | +4.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 9.99 | 2023 | +1.36% | +1.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 8.15 | 2023 | +1.84% | +2.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 4.56 | 2023 | +1.2% | +0.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 2.77 | 2023 | +0.21% | -0.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2.45 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 1.96 | 2023 | +0.83% | +0.98% | View data |
