The forecast for the public water supply to the textiles and clothing manufacturing sector in Germany from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent decline each year. Starting at 2.42 million cubic meters in 2024, it declines to 2.09 million cubic meters by 2028. Comparing to 2023 data, which stood at approximately 2.50 million cubic meters, the decline is evident. From 2024 to 2025, there's approximately a 3.7% decrease, a consistent trend seen each subsequent year. Over the five-year forecasted period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is around -3.6%, indicating a gradual but steady decline.
Future trends to watch:
- Adoption of water-saving technologies in manufacturing could reduce water demand further.
- Stricter environmental regulations may impact resource usage.
- Economic shifts affecting textiles and clothing may alter water consumption patterns.