Groundwater abstraction in China was recorded at 90 billion cubic meters in 2023. According to forecasted data, the trend for the coming years shows a notable decline: 88.8 billion cubic meters in 2024, 87.67 billion cubic meters in 2025, 86.55 billion cubic meters in 2026, 85.46 billion cubic meters in 2027, and 84.39 billion cubic meters in 2028. The year-on-year variation indicates a steady decrease in groundwater abstraction, with an average annual reduction, or Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR), over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include policy changes regarding water conservation, technological innovations in water usage efficiency, and the impact of climate change on water resources. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding the long-term sustainability of groundwater sources in China.