The fresh groundwater abstractions for services in Belgium stood at 9.53 million cubic meters in 2023. The forecasted data indicates a consistent decline from 2024 to 2028. Specifically, the values decrease as follows: 2024 (9.16), 2025 (8.79), 2026 (8.42), 2027 (8.06), and 2028 (7.69). The year-on-year percentage variation shows a steady decrease by approximately 4.24% in 2025, 4.21% in 2026, 4.28% in 2027, and 4.59% in 2028. The average annual decrease (CAGR) over the five-year period is around 4.53%.
Future trends to watch for include potential regulatory changes aimed at water conservation, advances in water-efficient technologies, and shifts in service sector activities that could impact water usage. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for anticipating further trends in groundwater abstraction.
