In 2023, Italy led European fresh surface water abstraction for irrigation purposes at 15.98 billion cubic meters, followed by Spain with 13.51 billion cubic meters. Other significant users include Greece (2.66), Romania (1.24), Albania (0.5586), and Bulgaria (0.5448). The trend in 2023 reveals fluctuations: Italy experienced a slight decline (-0.42%), while Spain saw a modest uptick (+0.46%). Sweden, with the highest growth (+4.95%), and Cyprus (+15.77%) outperformed, whereas Latvia faced the steepest decline (-25.98%). Over the last five years, varying compound annual growth rates indicate diverse regional dynamics in water usage.
Future trends to watch in European fresh surface water abstraction for irrigation purposes include:
- Potential policy shifts towards sustainable water usage and irrigation technology advancements.
- The impact of climate change on water availability, especially in Southern Europe.
- Economic factors influencing agricultural practices and water demand in rural areas.
- Technological innovations in water management to enhance efficiency in countries with lower abstraction rates.
Top countries in Fresh Surface Water Abstraction for Irrigation Purpose by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 15,980 | 2023 | -0.59% | -0.42% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 13,510 | 2023 | +0.98% | +0.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 2,660 | 2023 | -2.35% | -0.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 1,240 | 2021 | +12.97% | +30.89% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Albania | 558.6 | 2023 | -1.53% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 544.8 | 2023 | -2.18% | -0.033% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 71.99 | 2023 | -0.097% | +1.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 69 | 2023 | +2.37% | +4.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 68.8 | 2023 | -2.76% | -2.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 57.87 | 2023 | -0.26% | +2.53% | View data |
