Water Recycle and Reuse Market Size, Share Global Analysis Report, 2022 – 2030

Industry Insights

[235+ Pages Report] According to the report published by Facts and Factors, the global water recycle and reuse market size was worth around USD 15.59 billion in 2021 and is predicted to grow to around USD 30.55 billion by 2030 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of roughly 14.15% between 2022 and 2030. The report analyzes the global water recycle and reuse market drivers, restraints/challenges, and the effect they have on the demands during the projection period. In addition, the report explores emerging opportunities in the water recycle and reuse industry.

Market Overview

Water recycling is sometimes also referred to as water reclamation. It is the process of effectively treating already used wastewater with the aid of chemicals or machines to bring it back for reapplication. If the used water remains untreated, it directly goes into the drain and cannot be used any further. Water reuse makes use of water content that has also already been used for industrial, commercial, or agricultural purposes. When water is recycled it is put through various processes that ensure that the pollutants of unwanted components have been removed before letting it back for different industrial applications. However, with water reuse, it is not necessary to treat the water, instead, it can directly be repurposed without any implications on the environment. Water recycling and reusing have been considered positive approaches toward a sustainable future since they can solve a variety of water-related concerns. Various international and domestic water-concerning bodies have amped up their efforts to encourage water recycling or reusing starting from individual level to more higher scale including large corporations and businesses.

Key Insights

• As per the analysis shared by our research analyst, the global water recycle and reuse market is estimated to grow annually at a CAGR of around 14.15% over the forecast period (2022-2030)
• In terms of revenue, the global water recycle and reuse market size was valued at around USD 15.59 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 30.55 billion, by 2030.
• The market is projected to grow at a significant rate due to rising levels of water pollution
• Based on application segmentation, industrial was predicted to show maximum market share in the year 2021
• Based on product segmentation, membrane filtration technologies was the leading product in 2021
• On the basis of region, North America was the leading revenue generator in 2021

Growth Drivers

• Rising levels of water pollution to propel market demand

The global water recycle and reuse market is projected to grow owing to the rising levels of water pollution worldwide which has become a global issue. Recycling wastewater is known to be beneficial to aquatic or marine life since it can efficiently reduce the amount of polluted water that is discharged into surface water since they are known to have a severe negative impact on the water quality and subsequently the environment. Several other benefits of recycling wastewater include a decreased rate of freshwater diversion from the ecosystem since a large number of wildlife, plants, or fish solely rely on the supply of freshwater. The absence of which can cause irreparable damage to the environment thus impacting the entire ecosystem with time. By installing technologies or services that can help mankind and industries reuse water, it is possible to reduce the large-scale diversion of freshwater into wastewater which is non-consumable.

Restraints

• Lack of knowledge to restrict market expansion

The water recycle and reuse industry expansion trend could witness certain growth restrictions due to the lack of knowledge amongst the general population including people associated with agricultural activities about different ways of water recycling and reusing as well as the benefits of the same. This could be due to various factors including the absence of sufficient government activities to educate the masses or the unavailability of the right digital infrastructure to spread awareness in remote locations resulting in people following age-old measures of water usage.

Opportunities

• Growth and adoption of new technologies to provide expansion opportunities

Given the growing emphasis on wastewater recycling and reusing, the global water recycle and reuse market is witnessing a surge in the number of research activities directed toward the development of new technologies and systems that can provide better results in less time. This can be seen in the growing efforts by municipalities and government bodies in recycling natural wastewater disallowing it to flow back into oceans, rivers, seas, or lakes. The agencies have started using measures to reuse the water by adopting systems like excavating wetlands using filtration systems, building sediment ponds, deployment of large-scale soil filters, and others.

Challenges

• Managing sludge formation to challenge market growth

Sludge is the by-product of wastewater management. It is usually a mixture of food waste particles, human waste, trace chemicals, inorganic solids like medicines, and other products. Large-scale water recycling activities give rise to huge amounts of sludge and managing it is one of the main challenges the water recycle and reuse industry players may face during the forecast period. Sewage sludge is not only an environmental concern but it has a dramatic effect on the health of living organisms as well.

Segmentation Analysis

The global water recycle and reuse market is segmented based on application, product, and region

Based on application, the global market is segmented into agricultural, commercial, and industrial.

• In 2021, the global market registered the highest growth in the industrial segment due to the rolling out of stringent government regulations holding corporations responsible for the impact on the environment due to business operations
• As per the US Environmental Protection Agency, manufacturing and industrial businesses use almost 12% of the public water supply. They are also one of the leading contributors to water pollution
• Growth in the efforts undertaken by governments to educate farmers and people working in the agricultural sector about the benefits of water recycling or reusing could assist in segmental growth during the forecast period

Based on product, the water recycle and reuse industry is divided into chemical treatment & disinfection, membrane filtration technologies, and conventional treatment & recycling techniques.

• The global market registered the highest growth in the membrane filtration technologies
• The method utilizes separating components that exist in a dissolved state in the liquid or they may be in the form of suspended particles. The separation occurs based on particle sizes and characteristics
• In the chemical treatment & disinfection segment, the most widely used chemicals are potassium chloride, sodium chloride, and chlorine dioxide
• Chlorine gas required to treat water is around 1-16 milligrams per liter of water

Recent Developments:

• In March 2022, the Indian central government announced the launch of a new water reuse project which is going to be countrywide and directed toward reusing gray water along with run-offs from laundry, bathing activities, and kitchen areas. The project intends to fill the gap between rural areas and the availability of tap water by the end of 2024
• In December 2022, the Delhi Government of India announced that it will initiate the construction of a water recycling plant worth INR 10.3 crore water in the Bawana area. The plant will recycle almost 2 million gallons of water per day and will aid the government to achieve its vision of a round-the-clock water supply in Delhi

Report Scope

Regional Analysis

• North America is projected to lead with the highest growth

The global water recycle and reuse market is projected to witness the highest growth in North America driven by the growing government emphasis on recycling wastewater from commercial, industrial, or residential areas. The advanced infrastructure allows countries like the US and Canada to strengthen their efforts against water pollution. The European regions have become synonymous with water recycling and reusing as many member states have amped up their efforts to launch nationwide programs for encouraging companies and the general population to adopt water recycling activities. The growth in the African region is expected to be driven by the increasing shift of attention from the national water regulatory bodies to these areas in a bid to better manage drought situations in countries like South Africa. The adoption of unique and progressive ways like phycoremediation could contribute to regional growth.

Competitive Analysis

• Lenntech B.V. 
• Aqua Utility Designs and Management Pvt. Ltd. 
• Hansgrohe SE 
• DuPont de Nemours Inc. 
• Alfa Laval Corporate AB 
• Siemens AG 
• Aquatherm GmbH 
• Aquatech International LLC 
• DeLoach Industries Inc. 
• Aries Chemical Inc. 
• Element Solutions Inc. 
• Ecolab Inc. 
• Fluence Corp. Ltd. 
• Evoqua Water Technologies LLC 
• Grundfos Holding AS 
• General Electric Co. 
• Nitto Denko Corp. 
• Komline Sanderson Corp. 
• Praj Industries Ltd. 
• PHOENIX Process Equipment Co. 
• Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd. 
• Samco Technologies Inc. 
• DP CleanTech 
• ProChem Inc. 
• Veolia Environment 
• GE Water and Process Technologies 
• Water Rhapsody.

The global water recycle and reuse market is segmented as follows:

By Application Segment Analysis

• Agricultural
• Commercial
• Industrial

By ProductSegment Analysis

• Chemical Treatment & Disinfection
• Membrane Filtration Technologies
• Conventional Treatment & Recycling Techniques

By Regional Segment Analysis

• North America
  • The U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • France
  • The UK
  • Spain
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Nordic Countries
    • Denmark
    • Sweden
    • Norway
  • Benelux Union
    • Belgium
    • The Netherlands
    • Luxembourg
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Southeast Asia
    • Indonesia
    • Thailand
    • Malaysia
    • Singapore
    • Rest of Southeast Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• The Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Egypt
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Latin America