Belgium's water collection, treatment, and supply output saw significant growth between 2013 and 2017, peaking in 2017 at a 7.41% year-on-year increase. However, from 2018 onwards, growth stabilized with minor fluctuations, including a slight decline in 2020, a modest recovery in 2021, and nearly flat growth through 2023 at 2.89 billion Euros. A noticeable trend is the declining five-year CAGR from 4.51% in 2015 to 0.53% in 2023. Forecast data from 2024 onwards suggests a minimal decline with a projected CAGR of -0.11% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in water treatment technology, potential regulatory changes, and climate change impacts on water availability and demand. Additionally, population growth and industrial activities may influence water consumption and infrastructure needs, potentially offsetting the projected slow decline.
