In 2023, Spain led the share of European populations connected to urban and other secondary wastewater treatment plants, with countries like Poland and France following. Notably, Slovenia and Bosnia and Herzegovina showed significant positive growth in their share, while countries like France, Germany, and Bulgaria saw significant declines. Belgium and Estonia experienced the most substantial reductions, indicating areas needing further improvement. On average, countries like Luxembourg and Bosnia and Herzegovina reflected positive percentages in connectivity improvements, illustrating effective implementations in wastewater treatment access.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements and regulatory policies that boost increased connectivity and efficiency in wastewater management across Europe. Additionally, continued attention to climate change and environmental sustainability could drive further investment and improvements in this sector.
Top countries in Population Connected to Urban and Other Secondary Wastewater Treatment Plants Share by Country (Thousand Units)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 33.63 | 2023 | -0.65% | +0.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 13.47 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 13.45 | 2023 | -9.58% | -6% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 9.49 | 2023 | +1.56% | +1.6% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 4.08 | 2023 | +0.77% | -2.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 2.71 | 2023 | -6.65% | -6.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 2.59 | 2023 | -8.61% | -6.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 2.53 | 2023 | -13.26% | -3.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 2.37 | 2023 | +5.29% | +6.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 2.14 | 2023 | -4.24% | -5.22% | View data |
