The public water supply to industry and household in Spain stood at 3.38 billion cubic meters in 2023. From 2013 to 2023, there has been a general downward trend, with occasional minor increases. Year-on-year variations included notable declines in 2019 and 2020, with -4.24% and -3.48% respectively, followed by a modest recovery starting in 2021. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years was -1.01%. Forecasts for 2024 to 2028 project a moderate growth trend with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 0.64%, suggesting a gradual recovery in water supply, reaching 3.52 billion cubic meters by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of climate change, water conservation policies, technological advancements in water management, and shifts in industrial water consumption patterns. Enhanced focus on sustainability and efficient water use is likely to drive future variations and trends in water supply volumes.
