The global employment landscape within electricity, gas, and water supply, alongside sewerage, waste management, and remediation activities, shows notable regional differences. As of 2023, Japan leads with the highest number of employees, followed closely by Germany. Countries like Italy, the United Kingdom, and Spain have shown modest year-on-year increases, whereas countries such as Poland and Hungary have seen slight declines. South Korea and Chile stand out with strong growth rates. An important factor to consider is that overall growth trends seem positive, with emerging economies like Chile and Colombia gradually increasing their workforce in these sectors.
Looking ahead, potential future trends include increased automation and digital transformation in these industries, potentially impacting employment figures. Continued growth driven by urbanization and infrastructure demands may sustain or increase employment, particularly in developing countries. Monitoring policy changes, sustainability efforts, and innovations in energy production and waste management will be critical to understanding shifts in employment dynamics globally.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Electricity, Gas and Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 590 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 565 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 349.55 | 2023 | +1.23% | +0.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 318.6 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 311.9 | 2023 | -0.48% | -0.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 245.7 | 2023 | +1.19% | +1.3% | View data |
| 7 | 7 South Korea | 214.4 | 2023 | +1.71% | +1.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Colombia | 196.86 | 2023 | +0.45% | -0.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Australia | 162.67 | 2023 | +1.24% | +1.11% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 106.32 | 2023 | +0.79% | +0.97% | View data |
