The Netherlands leads in fresh surface water abstraction for cooling in manufacturing, with 128.01 cubic meters per capita. Sweden and Belgium follow, both around 58 cubic meters. Germany stands at 32.39 cubic meters, showing a decline of 1.31% in 2023. The Netherlands had a slight drop of 0.5% and Belgium faced a notable decrease of 2.39%. Croatia had a significant increase of 20.59%, while Luxembourg saw the largest decline of 17.81%. Overall trends show varying dynamics with some countries increasing their abstraction and others, like Serbia and Czech Republic, experiencing reductions.
Future trends to watch include:
- Croatia's rapid growth in abstraction suggests a need to watch for sustainable practices or environmental impacts.
- Continuous declines in countries like Luxembourg and Czech Republic might influence manufacturing operations and cooling technologies.
- The balancing act between industrial demands and environmental conservation efforts will shape policy and operational strategies across Europe.
Top countries in Fresh Surface Water Abstraction for Cooling Purpose in Manufacturing Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Cubic Meters Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 128.01 | 2023 | -0.16% | -0.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 58.79 | 2023 | -0.56% | -0.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 58.58 | 2023 | -1.83% | -2.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 32.39 | 2023 | -1.04% | -1.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 10.96 | 2023 | +2.62% | +2.92% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 5.65 | 2023 | -1.4% | +2.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 5.46 | 2023 | -0.73% | -1.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 5.23 | 2023 | 0% | -1.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 3.73 | 2023 | 0% | +1.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 2.8 | 2023 | +0.36% | -0.071% | View data |
