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Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Size, Share, Growth and Global Industry Analysis By Type & Application, Regional Insights and Forecast to 2024-2032

Published May 01, 2025
Length 190 Pages
SKU # FOB20068459

Description

Growth Factors of Water and Wastewater Treatment Market

Water is a critical resource under increasing pressure from rapid industrialization, urban population growth, and climate change. As the demand for clean water escalates, the global water and wastewater treatment market is gaining prominence for its role in sustainable water management. The market involves physical, chemical, and biological processes to remove contaminants from water, making it suitable for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use.

Market Size and Growth Trajectory

According to Fortune Business Insights, the global water and wastewater treatment market size was valued at USD 301.77 billion in 2022. The market is projected to rise from USD 313.58 billion in 2023 to USD 466.51 billion by 2030, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9% during the forecast period. This growth is largely driven by increasing water stress, aging infrastructure, and stricter regulatory standards for water discharge and reuse.

The expanding population base, especially in urban centers, places enormous pressure on existing water resources and treatment systems. As a result, utilities and industries are significantly investing in upgrading their water and wastewater infrastructure, creating vast opportunities for technology providers and engineering firms.

Key Drivers Fueling the Market

1. Urbanization and Industrial Demand

Urban population growth has sharply increased the volume of wastewater generated, while industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food and beverages, and textiles require sophisticated treatment solutions to meet regulatory discharge limits. In addition, growing demand for zero liquid discharge (ZLD) and water reuse technologies is bolstering market development.

2. Government Regulations

Environmental regulations across North America, Europe, and Asia are increasingly strict regarding water pollution. These include standards enforced by the U.S. EPA, European Union Water Framework Directive, and China’s Water Pollution Prevention Action Plan—all of which mandate advanced water treatment facilities and operational transparency.

3. Technology Advancements

The adoption of membrane filtration, UV disinfection, MBBR (Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor), and AI-driven monitoring systems are reshaping the sector. Companies are integrating IoT-enabled smart sensors to optimize treatment plant efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and automate performance tracking.

4. Climate Change and Water Scarcity

Irregular rainfall, droughts, and declining freshwater sources due to climate change are making water recycling and desalination increasingly important. Governments are investing in water reuse projects to ensure water security and resilience.

Regional Market Insights

Asia Pacific holds the largest market share, led by China, India, and Southeast Asian nations that face growing industrial pollution and inadequate water treatment infrastructure. Government initiatives such as India’s Jal Jeevan Mission and China’s 14th Five-Year Plan for Ecological Protection are accelerating investments in water and wastewater management.

North America remains a strong market with high adoption of smart water technologies and ongoing replacement of aging water infrastructure, especially in the U.S. cities with 100+ year-old pipelines.

Europe is advancing on the back of strict environmental compliance mandates, widespread public-private partnerships, and a focus on sustainable urban water reuse practices, particularly in Germany, France, and the Netherlands.

Competitive Landscape

The global market is highly consolidated, with several multinational players providing comprehensive treatment solutions, EPC services, and aftermarket support. Key players include:
  • Veolia Environment S.A.
  • Suez S.A.
  • Xylem Inc.
  • Evoqua Water Technologies
  • Pentair plc
  • Ecolab Inc.
  • DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
  • Kurita Water Industries Ltd.
  • Aquatech International
  • Thermax Ltd.
These companies are increasingly focusing on innovation, mergers and acquisitions, and geographic expansion to strengthen their market positions.

Conclusion

The water and wastewater treatment market is a cornerstone of sustainable development. It supports not only public health and environmental protection but also industrial productivity and urban resilience. With rising water stress and regulatory pressure, demand for innovative, efficient, and scalable water treatment solutions will continue to surge. This sector presents strategic growth opportunities for investors, policymakers, and solution providers alike.

ATTRIBUTE DETAILS

Study Period 2019-2032

Base Year 2023

Estimated Year 2024

Forecast Period 2024-2032

Historical Period 2019-2022

Growth Rate CAGR of 7.5% from 2024-2032

Unit Value (USD Billion)

Segmentation

By Segment
  • Chemicals
pH Conditioners

Coagulants & Flocculants

Disinfectants & Biocidal Products

Scale & Corrosion Inhibitors

Antifoam Chemicals

Other Chemicals
  • Equipment
Biological

Filtration

Sludge Treatment

Disinfection

Demineralization

Other Equipment
  • Services
Designing & Installation

Operations

Maintenance

Others

By Application
  • Municipal
  • Industrial
Food & Beverage

Power Generation

Pharmaceuticals

Pulp and Paper

Oil & Gas

Petrochemical
  • Others
By Geography
  • North America (By Segment, Application, and Country)
U.S. (By Application)

Canada (By Application)

Mexico (By Application)
  • Europe (By Segment, Application, and Country)
Germany (By Application)

U.K. (By Application)

France (By Application)

Italy (By Application)

Spain (By Application)

Eastern Europe (By Application)

Rest of Europe (By Application)
  • Asia Pacific (By Segment, Application, and Country)
China (By Application)

India (By Application)

Japan (By Application)

South Korea (By Application)

Australia & New Zealand (By Application)

Southeast Asia (By Application)

Rest of Asia Pacific (By Application)
  • South America (By Segment, Application, and Country
Brazil (By Application)

Argentina (By Application)

Rest of South America (By Application)
  • Middle East & Africa (By Segment, Application, and Country)
South Africa (By Application)

GCC (By Application)
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa (By Application)

Table of Contents

190 Pages
1. Introduction
1.1. Research Scope
1.2. Market Segmentation
1.3. Research Methodology
1.4. Definitions and Assumptions
2. Executive Summary
3. Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Drivers
3.2. Market Restraints
3.3. Market Opportunities
4. Key Insights
4.1. Key Market Trends
4.2. Key Developments
4.3. Insights on Sustainability
4.4. Latest Technological Advancements
4.5. Porters Five Forces Analysis
4.6. Impact of COVID-19 on Market
5. Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
5.1. Key Findings / Summary
5.2. By Segment (Value)
5.2.1. Chemicals
5.2.1.1. pH Conditioners
5.2.1.2. Coagulants & Flocculants
5.2.1.3. Disinfectants & Biocidal Products
5.2.1.4. Scale & Corrosion Inhibitors
5.2.1.5. Antifoam Chemicals
5.2.1.6. Other Chemicals
5.2.2. Equipment
5.2.2.1. Biological
5.2.2.2. Filtration
5.2.2.3. Sludge Treatment
5.2.2.4. Disinfection
5.2.2.5. Demineralization
5.2.2.6. Other Equipment
5.2.3. Services
5.2.3.1. Designing & Installation
5.2.3.2. Operations
5.2.3.3. Maintenance
5.2.3.4. Others
5.3. By Application (Value)
5.3.1. Municipal
5.3.2. Industrial
5.3.2.1. Food & Beverage
5.3.2.2. Power Generation
5.3.2.3. Pharmaceuticals
5.3.2.4. Pulp and Paper
5.3.2.5. Oil& Gas
5.3.2.6. Petrochemical
5.3.2.7. Others
5.4. By Region (Value/Volume)
5.4.1. North America
5.4.2. Europe
5.4.3. Asia Pacific
5.4.4. South America
5.4.5. Middle East & Africa
6. North America Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
6.1. Key Findings / Summary
6.2. By Segment (Value)
6.2.1. Chemicals
6.2.1.1. pH Conditioners
6.2.1.2. Coagulants & Flocculants
6.2.1.3. Disinfectants & Biocidal Products
6.2.1.4. Scale & Corrosion Inhibitors
6.2.1.5. Antifoam Chemicals
6.2.1.6. Others
6.2.2. Equipment
6.2.2.1. Biological
6.2.2.2. Filtration
6.2.2.3. Sludge Treatment
6.2.2.4. Disinfection
6.2.2.5. Demineralization
6.2.2.6. Others
6.2.3. Services
6.2.3.1. Designing & Installation
6.2.3.2. Operations
6.2.3.3. Maintenance
6.2.3.4. Others
6.3. By Application (Value)
6.3.1. Municipal
6.3.2. Industrial
6.3.2.1. Food & Beverage
6.3.2.2. Power Generation
6.3.2.3. Pharmaceuticals
6.3.2.4. Pulp and Paper
6.3.2.5. Oil& Gas
6.3.2.6. Petrochemical
6.3.2.7. Others
6.4. By Country (Value)
6.4.1. U.S
6.4.1.1. By Application (Value)
6.4.1.1.1. Industrial
6.4.1.1.2. Municipal
6.4.2. Canada
6.4.2.1. By Application (Value)
6.4.2.1.1. Industrial
6.4.2.1.2. Municipal
6.4.3. Mexico
6.4.3.1. By Application (Value)
6.4.3.1.1. Industrial
6.4.3.1.2. Municipal
7. Europe Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
7.1. Key Findings / Summary
7.2. By Segment (Value)
7.2.1. Chemicals
7.2.1.1. pH Conditioners
7.2.1.2. Coagulants & Flocculants
7.2.1.3. Disinfectants & Biocidal Products
7.2.1.4. Scale & Corrosion Inhibitors
7.2.1.5. Antifoam Chemicals
7.2.1.6. Others
7.2.2. Equipment
7.2.2.1. Biological
7.2.2.2. Filtration
7.2.2.3. Sludge Treatment
7.2.2.4. Disinfection
7.2.2.5. Demineralization
7.2.2.6. Others
7.2.3. Services
7.2.3.1. Designing & Installation
7.2.3.2. Operations
7.2.3.3. Maintenance
7.2.3.4. Others
7.3. By Application (Value)
7.3.1. Municipal
7.3.2. Industrial
7.3.2.1. Food & Beverage
7.3.2.2. Power Generation
7.3.2.3. Pharmaceuticals
7.3.2.4. Pulp and Paper
7.3.2.5. Oil& Gas
7.3.2.6. Petrochemical
7.3.2.7. Others
7.4. By Country (Value)
7.4.1. Germany
7.4.1.1. By Application (Value)
7.4.1.1.1. Industrial
7.4.1.1.2. Municipal
7.4.2. U.K.
7.4.2.1. By Application (Value)
7.4.2.1.1. Industrial
7.4.2.1.2. Municipal
7.4.3. France
7.4.3.1. By Application (Value)
7.4.3.1.1. Industrial
7.4.3.1.2. Municipal
7.4.4. Italy
7.4.4.1. By Application (Value)
7.4.4.1.1. Industrial
7.4.4.1.2. Municipal
7.4.5. Spain
7.4.5.1. By Application (Value)
7.4.5.1.1. Industrial
7.4.5.1.2. Municipal
7.4.6. Eastern Europe
7.4.6.1. By Application (Value)
7.4.6.1.1. Industrial
7.4.6.1.2. Municipal
7.4.7. Rest of Europe
7.4.7.1. By Application (Value)
7.4.7.1.1. Industrial
7.4.7.1.2. Municipal
8. Asia-Pacific Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
8.1. Key Findings / Summary
8.2. By Segment (Value)
8.2.1. Chemicals
8.2.1.1. pH Conditioners
8.2.1.2. Coagulants & Flocculants
8.2.1.3. Disinfectants & Biocidal Products
8.2.1.4. Scale & Corrosion Inhibitors
8.2.1.5. Antifoam Chemicals
8.2.1.6. Others
8.2.2. Equipment
8.2.2.1. Biological
8.2.2.2. Filtration
8.2.2.3. Sludge Treatment
8.2.2.4. Disinfection
8.2.2.5. Demineralization
8.2.2.6. Others
8.2.3. Services
8.2.3.1. Designing & Installation
8.2.3.2. Operations
8.2.3.3. Maintenance
8.2.3.4. Others
8.3. By Application (Value)
8.3.1. Municipal
8.3.2. Industrial
8.3.2.1. Food & Beverage
8.3.2.2. Power Generation
8.3.2.3. Pharmaceuticals
8.3.2.4. Pulp and Paper
8.3.2.5. Oil& Gas
8.3.2.6. Petrochemical
8.3.2.7. Others
8.4. By Country (Value)
8.4.1. China
8.4.1.1. By Application (Value)
8.4.1.1.1. Industrial
8.4.1.1.2. Municipal
8.4.2. India
8.4.2.1. By Application (Value)
8.4.2.1.1. Industrial
8.4.2.1.2. Municipal
8.4.3. Japan
8.4.3.1. By Application (Value)
8.4.3.1.1. Industrial
8.4.3.1.2. Municipal
8.4.4. South Korea
8.4.4.1. By Application (Value)
8.4.4.1.1. Industrial
8.4.4.1.2. Municipal
8.4.5. Australia & New Zealand
8.4.5.1. By Application (Value)
8.4.5.1.1. Industrial
8.4.5.1.2. Municipal
8.4.6. Southeast Asia
8.4.6.1. By Application (Value)
8.4.6.1.1. Industrial
8.4.6.1.2. Municipal
8.4.7. Rest of Asia Pacific
8.4.7.1. By Application (Value)
8.4.7.1.1. Industrial
8.4.7.1.2. Municipal
9. Latin America Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
9.1. Key Findings / Summary
9.2. By Segment (Value)
9.2.1. Chemicals
9.2.1.1. pH Conditioners
9.2.1.2. Coagulants & Flocculants
9.2.1.3. Disinfectants & Biocidal Products
9.2.1.4. Scale & Corrosion Inhibitors
9.2.1.5. Antifoam Chemicals
9.2.1.6. Others
9.2.2. Equipment
9.2.2.1. Biological
9.2.2.2. Filtration
9.2.2.3. Sludge Treatment
9.2.2.4. Disinfection
9.2.2.5. Demineralization
9.2.2.6. Others
9.2.3. Services
9.2.3.1. Designing & Installation
9.2.3.2. Operations
9.2.3.3. Maintenance
9.2.3.4. Others
9.3. By Application (Value)
9.3.1. Municipal
9.3.2. Industrial
9.3.2.1. Food & Beverage
9.3.2.2. Power Generation
9.3.2.3. Pharmaceuticals
9.3.2.4. Pulp and Paper
9.3.2.5. Oil& Gas
9.3.2.6. Petrochemical
9.3.2.7. Others
9.4. By Country (Value)
9.4.1. Brazil
9.4.1.1. By Application (Value)
9.4.1.1.1. Industrial
9.4.1.1.2. Municipal
9.4.2. Argentina
9.4.2.1. By Application (Value)
9.4.2.1.1. Industrial
9.4.2.1.2. Municipal
9.4.3. Rest of South America
9.4.3.1. By Application (Value)
9.4.3.1.1. Industrial
9.4.3.1.2. Municipal
10. Middle East & Africa Water and Wastewater Treatment Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2019-2032
10.1. Key Findings / Summary
10.2. By Segment (Value)
10.2.1. Chemicals
10.2.1.1. pH Conditioners
10.2.1.2. Coagulants & Flocculants
10.2.1.3. Disinfectants & Biocidal Products
10.2.1.4. Scale & Corrosion Inhibitors
10.2.1.5. Antifoam Chemicals
10.2.1.6. Others
10.2.2. Equipment
10.2.2.1. Biological
10.2.2.2. Filtration
10.2.2.3. Sludge Treatment
10.2.2.4. Disinfection
10.2.2.5. Demineralization
10.2.2.6. Others
10.2.3. Services
10.2.3.1. Designing & Installation
10.2.3.2. Operations
10.2.3.3. Maintenance
10.2.3.4. Others
10.3. By Application (Value)
10.3.1. Municipal
10.3.2. Industrial
10.3.2.1. Food & Beverage
10.3.2.2. Power Generation
10.3.2.3. Pharmaceuticals
10.3.2.4. Pulp and Paper
10.3.2.5. Oil& Gas
10.3.2.6. Petrochemical
10.3.2.7. Others
10.4. By Country (Value)
10.4.1. South Africa
10.4.1.1. By Application (Value)
10.4.1.1.1. Industrial
10.4.1.1.2. Municipal
10.4.2. GCC
10.4.2.1. By Application (Value)
10.4.2.1.1. Industrial
10.4.2.1.2. Municipal
10.4.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa
10.4.3.1. By Application (Value)
10.4.3.1.1. Industrial
10.4.3.1.2. Municipal
11. Company Profiles
11.1. Veolia
11.1.1. Overview
11.1.2. Products & Services
11.1.3. SWOT Analysis
11.1.4. Recent Developments
11.1.5. Strategies
11.1.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.2. SUEZ
11.2.1. Overview
11.2.2. Products & Services
11.2.3. SWOT Analysis
11.2.4. Recent Developments
11.2.5. Strategies
11.2.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.3. DuPont
11.3.1. Overview
11.3.2. Products & Services
11.3.3. SWOT Analysis
11.3.4. Recent Developments
11.3.5. Strategies
11.3.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.4. 3M Company
11.4.1. Overview
11.4.2. Products & Services
11.4.3. SWOT Analysis
11.4.4. Recent Developments
11.4.5. Strategies
11.4.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.5. Xylem
11.5.1. Overview
11.5.2. Products & Services
11.5.3. SWOT Analysis
11.5.4. Recent Developments
11.5.5. Strategies
11.5.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.6. Kemira
11.6.1. Overview
11.6.2. Products & Services
11.6.3. SWOT Analysis
11.6.4. Recent Developments
11.6.5. Strategies
11.6.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.7. Evoqua Water Technologies LLC
11.7.1. Overview
11.7.2. Products & Services
11.7.3. SWOT Analysis
11.7.4. Recent Developments
11.7.5. Strategies
11.7.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.8. Pentair PLC
11.8.1. Overview
11.8.2. Products & Services
11.8.3. SWOT Analysis
11.8.4. Recent Developments
11.8.5. Strategies
11.8.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.9. Ecolab
11.9.1. Overview
11.9.2. Products & Services
11.9.3. SWOT Analysis
11.9.4. Recent Developments
11.9.5. Strategies
11.9.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.10. American Water
11.10.1. Overview
11.10.2. Products & Services
11.10.3. SWOT Analysis
11.10.4. Recent Developments
11.10.5. Strategies
11.10.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.11. Acciona
11.11.1. Overview
11.11.2. Products & Services
11.11.3. SWOT Analysis
11.11.4. Recent Developments
11.11.5. Strategies
11.11.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.12. Hydro International
11.12.1. Overview
11.12.2. Products & Services
11.12.3. SWOT Analysis
11.12.4. Recent Developments
11.12.5. Strategies
11.12.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.13. Aquatech International LLC
11.13.1. Overview
11.13.2. Products & Services
11.13.3. SWOT Analysis
11.13.4. Recent Developments
11.13.5. Strategies
11.13.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.14. Trojan Technologies
11.14.1. Overview
11.14.2. Products & Services
11.14.3. SWOT Analysis
11.14.4. Recent Developments
11.14.5. Strategies
11.14.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.15. BioMicrobics Inc.
11.15.1. Overview
11.15.2. Products & Services
11.15.3. SWOT Analysis
11.15.4. Recent Developments
11.15.5. Strategies
11.15.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.16. Kurita Water Industries Ltd.
11.16.1. Overview
11.16.2. Products & Services
11.16.3. SWOT Analysis
11.16.4. Recent Developments
11.16.5. Strategies
11.16.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
11.17. ASIO
11.17.1. Overview
11.17.2. Products & Services
11.17.3. SWOT Analysis
11.17.4. Recent Developments
11.17.5. Strategies
11.17.6. Financials (Based on Availability)
12. Strategic Recommendations
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