In 2023, the actual recorded value for fresh surface water abstraction in Belgium for public water supply stood at 24.61 cubic meters per capita. According to the forecast data, there is a marginal increase for the years 2024 to 2028. Specifically, the value is expected to rise from 24.62 cubic meters per capita in 2024 and 2025, to 24.63 cubic meters per capita from 2026 to 2028. This represents a year-on-year variation of 0.0% from 2024 to 2025, and 0.04% from 2025 to 2026, then maintaining a steady rate with no further percentage increase through to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years is approximately 0.016%.

Future trends to watch for:

Monitoring the impact of climate change on water resources, which could lead to fluctuations in water availability.
Advancements in water recycling and conservation technologies that may affect water abstraction rates.
Potential policy changes or regulations aimed at reducing water consumption or improving public water supply infrastructure.