As of 2023, the population connected to wastewater treatment in Sweden stands at 10.53 million units. Between 2013 and 2023, there has been a consistent upward trend in the number of people connected to wastewater treatment facilities, with year-on-year variations generally hovering around 1%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) has been gradually declining from 0.84% in 2014 to 0.69% in 2023.
In the past two years, the year-on-year growth has been relatively modest, at 0.69% in 2022 and 0.68% in 2023. This suggests a slight deceleration in the expansion rate compared to the earlier years. The 5-year CAGR leading up to 2023 stands at 0.69%, indicating a steady but slow growth in recent years.
Looking forward, the forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggests that this trend of moderate growth will continue. The forecasted 5-year CAGR is expected to be around 0.51%, contributing to an overall 2.58% growth by 2028. Future areas to watch include potential technological advancements in wastewater treatment, government policies on sustainable development, and urbanization trends, all of which could impact the rate of connection to wastewater facilities.
