In 2023, the actual number of self-employed persons in the water supply and waste management sector in Germany stood at 10,000 individuals. From 2024 to 2026, the forecast remains stable at 10,000, with a noted increase to 11,000 in 2027 and 2028. This represents a year-on-year growth of 10% from 2026 to 2027, and stability thereafter to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the 5-year forecast is modest at 2%.
Future trends to watch include the impact of increased environmental regulations and green technology adoption, potentially driving further growth in self-employment opportunities within the industry.
