The data of global total researchers in the energy and water supply sectors shows significant variation across countries. Japan leads with 1.52 thousand FTEs, followed by South Korea at 1.09. Notably, New Zealand and the Czech Republic exhibited the highest growth in 2023, with year-on-year increases of 13.16% and 19.59%, respectively. Conversely, the United Kingdom and Lithuania faced sharp declines. Over a five-year CAGR, countries like Germany and Poland are observing substantial growth, indicating an increase in R&D investments within their energy and water sectors.
Future trends to monitor include increased investments in sustainable technologies and innovations in energy efficiency and water management across leading countries. These initiatives may drive further growth in researcher numbers, particularly in regions prioritizing green energy transitions and climate resilience.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Electricity, Gas, Steam and Air Conditioning Supply; Water Collection, Treatment and Supply by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 1,520 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 1,090 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 844.88 | 2023 | +1.86% | +3.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 756 | 2023 | +2.86% | +8.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 267.2 | 2023 | +4.66% | +3.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 215 | 2023 | +4.88% | +4.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 170 | 2023 | +3.03% | +5.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Taiwan | 154.3 | 2023 | +1.78% | +2.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 141.21 | 2023 | +1.4% | -0.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 140.6 | 2023 | +3.69% | -5.94% | View data |
