In 2024, Germany leads European labor costs in water supply and waste management with 29.05 million euros, followed by Italy at 20.13 million euros. France and Spain contribute significantly with 15.3 and 15.18 million euros, respectively. Notably, countries like Belgium and the Netherlands have relatively lower shares than these leaders.
Year-on-year growth in 2023 highlights Slovakia and Ireland as key movers with the most significant increases of 3.33% and 3.12%, respectively. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate reveals consistent growth with noticeable increases, particularly in countries like Lithuania and Latvia.
Future trends to monitor include potential shifts in labor costs due to evolving environmental regulations, technological advancements, and infrastructure investments. There may be increased emphasis on sustainability, impacting labor distribution and expenses across sectors.
Top countries in Labour Costs in Water Supply and Waste Management, Environment Remediation Activities Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 29.05 | 2023 | +2.11% | +2.63% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 20.13 | 2023 | +1.91% | +2.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 15.3 | 2023 | +1.21% | +1.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 15.18 | 2023 | +2.22% | +2.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 4.67 | 2023 | +2.06% | +2.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4.29 | 2023 | +1.65% | +1.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.75 | 2023 | +2.24% | +2.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1.93 | 2023 | +0.79% | +1.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 1.75 | 2023 | +1.56% | +1.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 1.33 | 2023 | +2.08% | +2.21% | View data |
