The forecast for fresh groundwater abstractions for manufacturing in France shows a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028, with values dropping from 739.99 million cubic meters in 2024 to 725.72 million cubic meters by 2028. In 2023, this figure stood around 745 million cubic meters. On a year-on-year basis, the abstraction declines by approximately 0.5% to 0.6%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the forecast period reflects an average annual decrease of about 0.5%. This steady decline suggests a move toward water efficiency or a reduction in manufacturing needs.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts from regulatory changes aimed at conserving water resources, shifts in manufacturing processes towards more sustainability-driven approaches, and technological advancements that could further influence water usage efficiency in the industry.
