The forecasted number of self-employed persons in the sectors of water supply, waste management, and environmental remediation activities in Italy demonstrates stability and a slight decline in the near future. From 2024 onwards, there's a projected decline from 6,000 in 2024 to a steady 5,000 from 2025 to 2028. This reflects a year-on-year decrease of 16.7% from 2024 to 2025, with no further changes projected through 2028. The CAGR over this five-year forecast is at a slight decline.

Future trends to watch in this sector include:

The impact of technological advancements on self-employment opportunities.
Regulatory changes in environmental policies that may influence market dynamics.
Economic factors influencing entrepreneurship in environmental services.