The public water supply to the manufacturing sector in Türkiye has experienced fluctuations over the past decade. In 2023, the volume stood at 67.01 million cubic meters. Observing year-on-year variations, there were notable declines like in 2020 with -25.9%, contrasted with growth spurts like in 2016 at 19.78%. Although recent years, such as 2021 and 2022, exhibited positive growth rates of 19.46% and 10.73%, the overall five-year CAGR from 2018 to 2023 was -3.56%, indicating an average annual decrease. Future forecasts suggest a gradual recovery with an expected five-year CAGR of 1.18%, projecting a growth rate of 6.04% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include the influence of regulatory changes, technological advancements in water-efficient manufacturing, and the impact of climate change on water resources. Continued monitoring of sectoral demand and water usage optimization practices will be critical.
