In 2023, the European countries with the highest populations connected to urban and other primary wastewater treatment plants were Norway, Spain, and Croatia, with Norway far ahead at 1.44 million units. Spain followed with over 0.865 million units, showcasing a growth of 7.36% year-on-year. Significant growth is seen in Bulgaria at 50.06%, while Romania, Albania, and Slovakia showed negative trends. Croatia, Malta, and Denmark exhibited minimal growth or slight declines.
Future trends to watch include Bulgaria's rapid infrastructure expansion in wastewater treatment. Increased urbanization and EU regulations may push slower-moving countries like Slovakia and Albania towards innovation. Poland and Latvia's stable percentages suggest a focus on maintenance over expansion, impacting future connectivity trends.
Top countries in Population Connected to Urban and Other Primary Wastewater Treatment Plants by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 1,440 | 2023 | +1.18% | +2.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 865.06 | 2023 | -0.73% | +7.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 596.58 | 2023 | -2.23% | -1.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Malta | 502.41 | 2023 | +2.85% | +0.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 498.69 | 2023 | -10.74% | -6.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Albania | 153.16 | 2023 | -8.22% | -27.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 112.23 | 2023 | +0.35% | +50.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 86.86 | 2023 | +0.023% | -0.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 33.22 | 2021 | -4.81% | -2.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 18.15 | 2023 | +21.89% | +10.18% | View data |
