In 2023, self water supply to households in Germany stood at 22.1 million cubic meters. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a gradual decline in volume: from 21.97 million cubic meters in 2024 to 21.45 million cubic meters in 2028. This represents a cumulative average growth rate that is slightly negative over these five years, with year-on-year decreases around 0.6% to 0.7% annually. The projections suggest a consistent trend of diminishing self-reliance in household water supply.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in water recycling and conservation methods could offset declining trends.
- Policy changes and incentives promoting sustainable water management could influence future supply dynamics.
- Climate change impacts, such as altered precipitation patterns, may further affect water availability for self-supply.