The European Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation sector observed noticeable variations in hours worked by country in 2023. Germany led with the highest workload, while Luxembourg reported the least. Dynamic year-on-year shifts included an increase for Germany, Spain, and Estonia, while the Netherlands, Slovakia, and Belgium saw declines. As a five-year trend, growth in the sector was uneven, with Germany and Sweden experiencing strong growth rates, whereas countries such as the Netherlands and Norway saw notable decreases.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements and increased automation potentially reducing manual labor hours.
- Regulatory changes driven by environmental concerns impacting workload distribution.
- Evolving market demands for efficient waste management and sustainable practices possibly driving a shift in resource allocation.
- Economic fluctuations influencing workforce adjustments across different countries.
Top countries in Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities Hours Worked by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 501,960,000 | 2023 | +2.47% | +3.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 419,280,000 | 2023 | +1.76% | +1.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 344,030,000 | 2023 | +1.61% | +1.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 332,370,000 | 2023 | +3.16% | +4.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 252,910,000 | 2023 | +1.49% | +1.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 171,130,000 | 2023 | +1.12% | +1.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 83,496,000 | 2023 | +0.98% | +0.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 80,527,000 | 2023 | -0.21% | -0.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 64,561,000 | 2023 | +0.89% | +2.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 61,933,000 | 2023 | +0.3% | +0.91% | View data |
