The global market for water and wastewater treatment technologies is expected to experience substantial growth, with projections indicating an increase from $350.7 billion in 2025 to $591.2 billion by 2030. This growth represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11% during the period from 2025 to 2030, according to a report by ResearchAndMarkets.com published on November 3, 2025.
Key factors contributing to this market expansion include the depletion of freshwater resources and the implementation of strict water management regulations, particularly in North America and Europe. These regions are enhancing market growth through rigorous enforcement of water quality maintenance standards.
However, the industry faces challenges such as the emergence of new contaminants, public hesitance to utilize treated water, and the high energy consumption associated with wastewater treatment facilities. Despite these hurdles, the global water and wastewater treatment technologies market is on a promising growth trajectory, driven by technological innovations and supportive regulatory frameworks aimed at tackling urgent global water scarcity and quality issues.
Technological advancements play a crucial role in addressing the increasing demand for treated water. Innovations in water treatment technologies emphasize sustainability and cost-effectiveness, with a notable focus on nano-based filtration materials. The incorporation of artificial intelligence and advanced smart monitoring systems aids in efficiently tracking downtime and enhances real-time water quality assessment. Furthermore, integrating renewable energy sources within treatment facilities promotes energy efficiency, addressing the inherent energy demands of these operations.
The report meticulously analyzes the global market for water and wastewater treatment technologies, providing insights over a forecast period from 2025 to 2030. It categorizes the market based on offerings—technologies and chemicals—processes including primary, secondary, tertiary, and advanced treatments, as well as end-users, which consist of municipal and industrial segments.
Included in the report are 81 data tables and 58 additional tables that highlight current trends and revenue projections for the water and wastewater treatment technologies market through 2029. The analyses cover market size estimations, revenue prospects, and market share breakdowns by business offering, treatment process, end-user, and region.
Additionally, the report utilizes the Porter”s Five Forces model, along with global supply chain and PESTLE analyses, to provide comprehensive insights into industry conditions. It emphasizes the impact of stringent government regulations on wastewater discharge and treatment, underlining the report”s focus on the regulatory landscape.
The report also identifies companies well-positioned to meet the demand for wastewater treatment equipment, chemicals, and services, highlighting their proprietary technologies, mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances. An exploration of patent activities reveals emerging trends and developments within the field. Furthermore, it provides an extensive overview of sustainability practices, reflecting consumer attitudes and the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) scores of leading companies.
Company profiles of industry leaders such as Veolia Group, Ecolab, Xylem, DuPont, and Kemira are included, offering a clear perspective on the major players in the industry.
In summary, stakeholders in the water and wastewater treatment sector are encouraged to strategically adapt to the evolving market dynamics to sustainably meet global demand.
