The share of the population in Norway connected to secondary wastewater treatment in 2024 stands at 6.41%. This shows a decrement from the previous years, with 2023 having an actual value of 6.51%. The forecasted values show a negative year-on-year variation from 2024 onwards, with each year experiencing a decrease in the share of the population connected to secondary wastewater treatment. Specifically, the expected values drop to 6.31% in 2025, 6.21% in 2026, 6.11% in 2027, and 6.02% in 2028. The average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is negative, highlighting a declining trend in the percentage of the population benefiting from this service.
Future trends to watch for include potential advancements in wastewater treatment technology, policy changes aimed at increasing the share of population connected to such systems, and any significant infrastructure investments that the Norwegian government might undertake to reverse the declining trend. Additionally, monitoring international environmental regulations and compliance could have an impact on this sector.
