Germany, Italy, France, and Spain maintain the largest employment figures in European water supply and related sectors, with Germany leading the group. Noteworthy is the consistent growth across major economies such as Germany, Italy, and Spain, where year-on-year gains exceed 2%. Conversely, countries like the Czech Republic and the Netherlands show marginal declines. Austria's employment surged by 4.48%, whereas Belgium faced a decline of 1.5%. Emerging markets like Serbia and Romania demonstrate moderate growth. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate highlights sustained increase despite some regional fluctuations.
Future trends to watch:
- Technological advancements improving efficiency and requiring specialized skills.
- Increased regulatory pressures focusing on sustainability may lead to higher employment.
- Potential impacts of climate change on water management and waste remediation efforts.
- Cross-border collaborations in the EU creating job opportunities in member states.
Top countries in Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 337,800 | 2023 | +2.74% | +3.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 233,270 | 2023 | +2.59% | +2.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 229,800 | 2023 | +2.38% | +2.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 212,510 | 2023 | +3.51% | +4.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 198,650 | 2023 | +1.36% | +1.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 162,180 | 2023 | +1.84% | +2.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 90,620 | 2023 | +1.2% | +0.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 55,100 | 2023 | +0.21% | -0.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 48,680 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 38,980 | 2023 | +0.83% | +0.98% | View data |
