The European fresh surface water abstraction for public water supply data for 2023 reveals significant disparities among countries. Spain led with 3.18 billion cubic meters, followed by France, Germany, and Italy at 1.79, 1.6, and 1.4 respectively. Smaller nations like Denmark, Slovenia, and Lithuania trailed with less than 0.01 billion cubic meters. Annual variations over the last two years show notable increases for countries like Spain, Ireland, Greece, and Serbia, while countries such as Poland, Bulgaria, and Albania experienced declines. Over the past five years, annual average variations (CAGR) indicate significant shifts, especially among smaller nations like Cyprus and Slovenia, which saw substantial gains.
Key trends to watch for in future European fresh surface water abstraction include:
• Potential growth in abstraction in response to increasing population and urbanization in countries like Spain and Greece.
• Possible declines or stabilization in water-intensive nations due to improved water management and conservation measures.
• The impact of climate change may pressure countries with declining water resources to adopt more stringent water use policies.
• Technological advancements in water recycling and desalination may affect future abstraction trends and reduce dependency on surface water sources.
Top countries in Fresh Surface Water Abstraction for Public Water Supply by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 3,180 | 2023 | +0.75% | +0.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 1,790 | 2023 | -0.45% | -0.038% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 1,600 | 2023 | +0.25% | +0.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 1,400 | 2023 | +0.34% | +0.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 975.92 | 2023 | +1.87% | +0.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 842.75 | 2023 | +1.45% | +0.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 737.22 | 2023 | +2.17% | +0.99% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 721 | 2021 | +10.58% | +3.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 679 | 2023 | +0.12% | +0.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 600.23 | 2023 | +0.19% | +0.27% | View data |
