In 2024, Ireland leads European countries in freshwater abstraction per capita for public water supply, with significant figures also seen in Greece, Norway, Italy, and Bulgaria. Despite moderate-to-minimal yearly variations, countries such as Serbia, Portugal, and Estonia have shown notable growth rates recently. Conversely, Switzerland, Sweden, Denmark, France, and Luxembourg experienced slight declines or stagnation in their abstraction rates. Notably, Cyprus exhibited the highest year-on-year increase of 5.51% in 2023.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts of climate change, population growth, and water conservation efforts which could significantly influence water abstraction rates across Europe. Consider monitoring technology advancements in water management and regulatory changes aimed at sustainable usage.
Top countries in Freshwater Abstraction for Public Water Supply by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Cubic Meters Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ireland | 204.07 | 2023 | +0.95% | +0.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 162.64 | 2023 | +0.69% | +0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 158 | 2023 | +1.72% | +0.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 154.13 | 2023 | 0% | +0.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 120.07 | 2023 | -0.017% | +0.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 110.26 | 2023 | 0% | +0.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 102.75 | 2023 | -1.26% | -1.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 101.1 | 2023 | +0.41% | +1.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 96.54 | 2023 | -0.16% | +0.087% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 93.94 | 2023 | +0.4% | +0.53% | View data |
