The global fresh surface water abstractions for public water supply show varied trends among countries. In 2023, South Korea led with 7.68 billion cubic meters, while Latvia and Denmark registered lower figures. Year-on-year variations reveal dynamic changes: South Korea and Spain show modest growth, with increases of 0.49% and 0.73% respectively. Conversely, Russia saw a notable decline of 3.41%, while Denmark experienced a significant uptick of 4.65%. Over five years, Hungary and Estonia maintained steady growth rates.
Future trends indicate potential changes influenced by climate policies, water conservation initiatives, and technological advancements, impacting water abstraction patterns on a global scale.
Top countries in Fresh Surface Water Abstractions for Public Water Supply by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Million Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 7,680 | 2023 | +0.93% | +0.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 6,110 | 2023 | -3.62% | -3.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 3,180 | 2023 | +0.75% | +0.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 975.92 | 2023 | +1.87% | +0.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 265.6 | 2023 | +1.17% | +0.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 29 | 2023 | -0.14% | +1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 25.51 | 2023 | -0.23% | -0.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 6.79 | 2023 | +0.89% | +4.65% | View data |
