The United States leads in global sewerage and waste management employment with 606,000 employees, while France and the UK follow with 149,000 and 146,180, respectively. In 2023, notable growth was observed in Lithuania (4.96%) and Estonia (5.92%), signaling developing sector dynamics. Conversely, New Zealand faced an employment reduction (-11.54%), hinting at more significant market forces or efficiencies. The sector has seen a moderate expansion over the past five years, reflecting growing environmental concerns and the emphasis on sustainable waste management.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements in waste processing may impact labor demands significantly.
- Enhanced regulatory environments prioritizing sustainability likely to influence job creation.
- Divergent growth patterns across countries will align with infrastructure investments and evolving environmental policies.
Top countries in Employees in Sewerage, Waste Collection and Management Services Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 606 | 2023 | -3.66% | +1.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 149 | 2023 | +1.36% | +2.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 146.18 | 2023 | +1.85% | +1.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 114.4 | 2023 | +0.79% | +3.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 75.6 | 2023 | +1.75% | +1.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Canada | 56.27 | 2023 | +2.11% | +1.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 42.32 | 2023 | +2.79% | +1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 31 | 2023 | 0% | +1.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 30.41 | 2023 | +0.67% | +1.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 28.31 | 2023 | +0.039% | +0.69% | View data |
