In 2023, Italy's fresh groundwater abstraction for public water supply was recorded at approximately 7.75 billion cubic meters. The forecast data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a gradual and slight decline. In 2025, the abstraction is predicted to decrease by 0.13% compared to 2024. By 2026, a further decline of 0.13% is projected. The anticipated volume remains stable at 7.71 billion cubic meters in 2027 before a minimal drop to 7.7 billion in 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is expected to suggest a minor downward trend.
Future trends to watch for include increasing awareness and initiatives around water conservation and shifts in regulatory policies that could influence abstraction practices. Moreover, climate change impacts and advancing water management technologies may significantly affect future groundwater management strategies in Italy.
