The water recycle and reuse market is projected to grow from USD 17.89 billion in 2025 to USD 29.61 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 10.6% during the forecast period. The increasing demand for water recycle and reuse is fueled by the effects of climate change, shrinking freshwater availability, and the need for long-term water security. Increasing urban populations and pressure on existing infrastructure are forcing municipalities and industries to implement better water management practices.
Scope of the Report
Years Considered for the Study
2021-2030
Base Year
2024
Forecast Period
2025-2030
Units Considered
Value (USD Million/Billion)
Segments
Equipment, Capacity, End Use, Water Source, and Region
Regions covered
Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America
Treatment systems are becoming more compact, affordable, and user-friendly, driven by advancements in technology and the growing demand for stricter environmental regulations and sustainability commitments. This trend is encouraging increased adoption of water reuse practices. In all three end-use sectors (residential, commercial, and industrial), water reuse is on the rise. Residential users are reusing water for landscaping and flushing toilets, commercial users are using it for cooling and cleaning, and industries are utilizing it as process water. These three sectors play a crucial role in market growth.
"Tertiary equipment is projected to register the fastest growth in the water recycle and reuse market in terms of value."
Tertiary equipment is the fastest-growing segment of the water recycle and reuse market, primarily due to the increasing demand for advanced treatment solutions. Applications for water reuse, such as industrial cooling, boiler feedwater, and both direct and indirect potable reuse, are rapidly expanding and require ultra-clean water purification. Tertiary treatment processes, including membrane filtration, ultraviolet (UV) disinfection, activated carbon, and ion exchange, effectively remove fine suspended solids, nutrients, pharmaceuticals, and other micropollutants. This is particularly important in regions with stringent water quality regulations and significant water scarcity. The rising emphasis on resource conservation, sustainable water use, circular economy practices, and zero-discharge initiatives is also driving the demand for tertiary systems that maximize water recovery.
"50,001 to 100,000 liters segment will register the fastest growth in the water recycle and reuse market in terms of value."
The 50,001 to 100,000 liters segment is projected to register the fastest growth in the water recycling and reuse market during the forecast period. This capacity range is well-suited for medium to large-scale applications, including industrial, commercial, and municipal uses. It strikes a balance between scalability and cost, making it an ideal solution for manufacturing plants, commercial complexes, universities, colleges, and mid-sized communities looking to promote sustainable operations. As many regions tighten environmental regulations and face increasing freshwater scarcity, numerous organizations are beginning to implement decentralized water reuse systems within this capacity range. These systems enhance water use efficiency and reduce wastewater discharge. Additionally, government incentives and public-private partnerships are driving and supporting the adoption of decentralized water reuse systems, particularly in urban and peri-urban areas.
"Industrial wastewater segment is projected to register the fastest growth in the water recycle and reuse market in terms of value."
Industrial wastewater is the fastest-growing segment of the water recycling and reuse market, driven by industrialization, increasing water consumption, and pressures from policies aimed at reducing freshwater use. Industries such as textiles, chemicals, oil and gas, food processing, and power generation generate large volumes of wastewater. If left untreated, this wastewater can threaten the environment and deplete freshwater resources in local communities. In response to these challenges, industries are increasingly viewing wastewater recycling as a cost-effective and sustainable solution. By recycling their wastewater, companies can lower water procurement costs, maintain operations in water-scarce areas, and comply with environmental regulations and standards. Recent advancements in treatment technologies, including ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, and biological treatment systems, are making the treatment of complex industrial wastewater more manageable.
"Industrial segment is projected to register the fastest growth in the water recycle and reuse market in terms of value."
The industrial end-use segment is the fastest-growing sector in the water recycle and reuse market. This growth is driven by the increasing demand for water in manufacturing, chemicals, textiles, food and beverage, and energy-related industries. As industrial activity expands globally, particularly in emerging economies, the consumption of freshwater is rising significantly. To address this challenge, industrial water users are implementing water recycling systems to treat their wastewater for on-site reuse. This not only helps them meet environmental regulatory requirements but also reduces their reliance on municipal water supplies. Companies are adopting these systems to lower costs associated with water procurement and disposal, support sustainability efforts, and ensure long-term access to fresh water. Increased public scrutiny and regulatory pressures regarding industrial water usage have also led to investments in new and advanced treatment technologies.
"Middle East & Africa is the fastest-growing market for water recycle and reuse."
The Middle East & Africa is the fastest-growing market for water recycle and reuse due to extreme water scarcity, urbanization, and industrial demand. Countries such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and South Africa face significant water stress and rely on non-conventional water sources to meet their needs. Governments in these regions are making substantial investments in advanced infrastructure and treatment technologies to ensure long-term water security. As mega infrastructure projects continue to develop, populations increase, and demand from sectors such as oil & gas, chemicals, and manufacturing expands, the need for sustainable water management is also rising. This shift is exemplified by initiatives like Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the UAE's Water Security Strategy 2036, where reusing wastewater is a key element of national strategy. The adoption of new technologies, such as membrane bioreactors, reverse osmosis, and smart water systems, is expected to grow rapidly, positioning this region as a focal point for growth in the global water recycling and reuse market.
In-depth interviews were conducted with chief executive officers (CEOs), marketing directors, other innovation and technology directors, and executives from various key organizations operating in the water recycle and reuse market, and information was gathered from secondary research to determine and verify the market size of several segments.
By Company Type: Tier 1 - 50%, Tier 2 - 30%, and Tier 3 - 20%
By Designation: Managers - 15%, Directors - 20%, and Others - 65%
By Region: North America - 30%, Europe - 25%, Asia Pacific - 35%, the Middle East & Africa - 5%, and South America - 5%
The water recycle and reuse market comprises major players such as Veolia (France), Xylem (US), Ecolab Inc. (US), Fluence Corporation Limited (US), DuPont (US), Hitachi, Ltd. (Japan), KUBOTA Corporation (Japan) ALFA LAVAL (Sweden), Melbourne Water (Australia), and Siemens (Germany). The study includes an in-depth competitive analysis of these key players in the water recycle and reuse market, with their company profiles, recent developments, and key market strategies.
Research Coverage
This report segments the market for water recycle and reuse market on the basis of equipment, capacity, end use, water source, and region, and provides estimations for the overall value of the market across various regions. A detailed analysis of key industry players has been conducted to provide insights into their business overviews, products & services, key strategies, and expansions associated with the water recycle and reuse market.
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This research report is focused on various levels of analysis - industry analysis (industry trends), market ranking analysis of top players, and company profiles, which together provide an overall view of the competitive landscape; emerging and high-growth segments of the water recycle and reuse market; high-growth regions; and market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges.
The report provides insights on the following pointers:
Analysis of drivers: (rising pressure on freshwater resources and growing water scarcity boost demand for recycled water solutions), restraints (high cost of installation of water recycling equipment), opportunities (corporate water stewardship initiatives creating new growth opportunities for water reuse), and challenges (health and safety concerns) influencing the growth of the water recycle and reuse market.
Market Penetration: Comprehensive information on the water recycle and reuse market offered by top players in the global water recycle and reuse market.
Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, product launches, expansions, collaborations, acquisitions, and partnerships in the water recycle and reuse market.
Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative emerging markets. The report analyzes the water recycle and reuse market across regions.
Market Capacity: Recycling capacity of the companies are provided wherever available with upcoming capacities for the water recycle and reuse market.
Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, strategies, products, and manufacturing capabilities of leading players in the water recycle and reuse market.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
1.3 STUDY SCOPE
1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SNAPSHOTS
1.3.2 INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
1.3.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
1.3.5 UNITS CONSIDERED
1.4 LIMITATIONS
1.5 STAKEHOLDERS
1.6 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH DATA
2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
2.1.1.1 Key data from secondary sources
2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
2.1.2.1 Key data from primary sources
2.1.2.2 Key primary sources
2.1.2.3 Key participants from primary interviews
2.1.2.4 Breakdown of interviews with experts
2.1.2.5 Key industry insights
2.2 BASE NUMBER CALCULATION
2.2.1 SUPPLY-SIDE ANALYSIS
2.2.2 DEMAND-SIDE ANALYSIS
2.3 GROWTH FORECAST
2.3.1 SUPPLY SIDE
2.3.2 DEMAND SIDE
2.4 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
2.4.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
2.4.2 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
2.5 DATA TRIANGULATION
2.6 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
2.7 GROWTH FORECAST
2.8 RISK ASSESSMENT
2.9 FACTOR ANALYSIS
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET
4.2 WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY EQUIPMENT
4.3 WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY CAPACITY
4.4 WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY END USE
4.5 WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY WATER SOURCE
4.6 WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY COUNTRY
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.2.1 DRIVERS
5.2.1.1 Rising pressure on freshwater resources and growing water scarcity boost demand for recycled water solutions
5.2.1.2 Industry adoption of closed-loop water systems for cost reduction and sustainability
5.2.1.3 Strict environmental regulations boosting water recycling across major economies
5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
5.2.2.1 High cost of installation of water recycling equipment
5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
5.2.3.1 Expansion of potable reuse programs
5.2.3.2 Corporate water stewardship initiatives
5.2.4 CHALLENGES
5.2.4.1 Maintaining quality of recycled water
5.2.4.2 Health and safety concerns
5.3 GENERATIVE AI
5.3.1 INTRODUCTION
5.4 IMPACT ON WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET
6 INDUSTRY TRENDS
6.1 INTRODUCTION
6.2 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
6.3 VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
6.3.1 WASTEWATER COLLECTION
6.3.2 TREATMENT
6.3.3 DISTRIBUTION AND STORAGE
6.3.4 END USERS
6.4 IMPACT OF 2025 US TARIFF - WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET
6.4.1 INTRODUCTION
6.4.2 KEY TARIFF RATES
6.4.3 PRICE IMPACT ANALYSIS
6.4.4 IMPACT ON REGION
6.4.4.1 North America
6.4.4.2 Europe
6.4.4.3 Asia Pacific
6.4.5 IMPACT ON EQUIPMENT
6.5 INVESTMENT LANDSCAPE AND FUNDING SCENARIO
6.6 INDICATIVE PRICING ANALYSIS
6.6.1 INDICATIVE PRICING OF WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY EQUIPMENT, 2024
6.6.2 INDICATIVE PRICING OF WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET AMONG KEY PLAYERS, EQUIPMENT, 2024
6.7 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
6.8 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
6.8.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
6.8.2 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
6.8.3 ADJACENT TECHNOLOGIES
6.9 PATENT ANALYSIS
6.9.1 METHODOLOGY
6.9.2 PATENTS GRANTED WORLDWIDE, 2015-2024
6.9.3 INSIGHTS
6.9.4 LEGAL STATUS OF PATENTS
6.9.5 JURISDICTION ANALYSIS
6.9.6 TOP APPLICANTS
6.9.7 LIST OF MAJOR PATENTS
6.10 TRADE ANALYSIS
6.10.1 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 842121)
6.10.2 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 842121)
6.11 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, 2025-2026
6.12 TARIFF AND REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
6.12.1 TARIFF ANALYSIS
6.13 STANDARDS AND REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
6.13.1 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
6.13.2 STANDARDS
6.14 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
6.14.1 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
6.14.2 THREATS OF SUBSTITUTES
6.14.3 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
6.14.4 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
6.14.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
6.15 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
6.15.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
6.15.2 BUYING CRITERIA
6.16 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK
6.16.1 GDP TRENDS AND FORECASTS OF MAJOR ECONOMIES
6.17 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
6.17.1 ADVANCED MEMBRANE BIOREACTOR SYSTEM ENABLES WATER REUSE AT COCA-COLA FEMSA'S ALCORTA PLANT
6.17.2 FRIESLANDCAMPINA'S WATER REUSE AND PRODUCT RECOVERY PARTNERSHIP WITH VEOLIA
6.17.3 LOS ANGELES COUNTY STORMWATER-TO-SEWER DIVERSION PROGRAM
7 WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY WATER SOURCE
7.1 INTRODUCTION
7.2 MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER
7.2.1 URBAN MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER REUSE EXPANDS TO MEET RISING DEMAND AND WATER SCARCITY CHALLENGES
7.3 INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER
7.3.1 RISING INDUSTRIAL WATER DEMAND TO DRIVE ADOPTION OF ON-SITE AND CENTRALIZED REUSE SYSTEMS
7.4 AGRICULTURAL DRAINAGE
7.4.1 AGRICULTURAL DRAINAGE REUSE GAINS GROUND AMID WATER SCARCITY AND SUSTAINABLE IRRIGATION NEEDS
7.5 STORMWATER RUNOFF
7.5.1 URBAN STORMWATER REUSE EXPANDS THROUGH GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE AND INTEGRATED DRAINAGE SOLUTIONS
8 WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY EQUIPMENT
8.1 INTRODUCTION
8.2 PRIMARY EQUIPMENT
8.2.1 PRIMARY TREATMENT FUELS COST-EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT WASTEWATER REUSE OPERATIONS
8.2.2 SCREENS
8.2.3 GRIT CHAMBER
8.2.4 PRIMARY CLARIFIERS
8.3 SECONDARY EQUIPMENT
8.3.1 INCREASED ORGANIC LOAD AND EFFLUENT REGULATIONS DRIVING NEED FOR ADVANCED SECONDARY TREATMENT SOLUTIONS
8.3.2 AERATION TANKS
8.3.3 SECONDARY CLARIFIERS
8.3.4 BIOREACTORS
8.3.5 AIR BLOWERS/DIFFUSERS
8.4 TERTIARY EQUIPMENT
8.4.1 POTABLE AND INDUSTRIAL REUSE REQUIREMENTS FUELS DEMAND
8.4.2 MEMBRANE FILTRATION SYSTEMS
8.4.3 DISINFECTION SYSTEMS
8.4.4 SAND/MULTIMEDIA FILTERS
8.4.5 ACTIVATED CARBON FILTERS
8.4.6 ION EXCHANGE SYSTEMS
9 WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY CAPACITY
9.1 INTRODUCTION
9.2 <25,000 LITERS
9.2.1 COST-EFFECTIVE WATER SOLUTIONS DRIVING ADOPTION IN SMALL FACILITIES
9.3 25,001-50,000 LITERS
9.3.1 DEMAND FOR 25,001-50,000 LITERS CAPACITY TREATMENT PLANTS INCREASING IN ARID REGIONS
9.4 50,001-100,000 LITERS
9.4.1 URBANIZATION AND INDUSTRIALIZATION FUEL DEMAND FOR MID-SCALE WATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS
9.5 ABOVE 100,000 LITERS
9.5.1 MEGA INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS BOOSTING DEMAND FOR LARGE-CAPACITY WATER TREATMENT PLANT
10 WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY END USE
10.1 INTRODUCTION
10.2 RESIDENTIAL
10.2.1 RISING WATER SCARCITY SPURS RESIDENTIAL REUSE INITIATIVES ACROSS GREEN COMMUNITIES
10.3 COMMERCIAL
10.3.1 RISING SUSTAINABILITY GOALS DRIVE COMMERCIAL ADOPTION OF RECYCLED WATER
10.4 INDUSTRIAL
10.4.1 INDUSTRIAL WATER REUSE ACCELERATES WITH LARGE-SCALE PROJECTS
11 WATER RECYCLE AND REUSE MARKET, BY REGION
11.1 INTRODUCTION
11.2 ASIA PACIFIC
11.2.1 CHINA
11.2.1.1 Growing reuse of municipal wastewater in China driven by infrastructure
11.2.2 JAPAN
11.2.2.1 Government initiatives on water reclamation projects to support market
11.2.3 INDIA
11.2.3.1 Government initiatives and policies toward clean and green cities fueling demand
11.2.4 SOUTH KOREA
11.2.4.1 Government practices toward water recycling and water management to drive market
11.2.5 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC
11.3 NORTH AMERICA
11.3.1 US
11.3.1.1 Federal and state funding propelling large-scale water reuse projects
11.3.2 CANADA
11.3.2.1 Industrial reuse in mining and oil sands driving demand for water recycle and reuse in Canada
11.3.3 MEXICO
11.3.3.1 Increasing awareness of sustainability goals to drive demand
11.4 EUROPE
11.4.1 GERMANY
11.4.1.1 Strong environmental regulations encouraging advanced wastewater treatment and reuse
11.4.2 ITALY
11.4.2.1 Adoption of advanced treatment technologies boosting water recovery efficiency
11.4.3 FRANCE
11.4.3.1 Innovative water reuse projects to secure drinking water supplies
11.4.4 UK
11.4.4.1 Push for Net-Zero Water Utilities
11.4.5 SPAIN
11.4.5.1 Robust infrastructure and technological advancements driving sustainable water management
11.4.6 REST OF EUROPE
11.5 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
11.5.1 GCC COUNTRIES
11.5.1.1 Saudi Arabia
11.5.1.1.1 Extreme water stress to drive need for water recycling and reuse
11.5.1.2 UAE
11.5.1.2.1 Government mandates promoting treated wastewater use
11.5.1.3 Rest of GCC countries
11.5.2 SOUTH AFRICA
11.5.2.1 Agriculture sector to drive demand for recycled water
11.5.3 REST OF MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
11.6 SOUTH AMERICA
11.6.1 ARGENTINA
11.6.1.1 Agricultural irrigation needs increasing reliance on treated wastewater
11.6.2 BRAZIL
11.6.2.1 Corporate sustainability initiatives promoting industrial water reuse and zero-liquid discharge practices.
11.6.3 REST OF SOUTH AMERICA
12 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
12.1 INTRODUCTION
12.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN
12.3 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2024
12.4 REVENUE ANALYSIS, 2021-2024
12.5 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2024
12.5.1 STARS
12.5.2 EMERGING LEADERS
12.5.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
12.5.4 PARTICIPANTS
12.5.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT: KEY PLAYERS, 2024
12.5.5.1 Company footprint
12.5.5.2 Region footprint
12.5.5.3 Equipment Footprint
12.5.5.4 Capacity footprint
12.5.5.5 End use footprint
12.6 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: STARTUPS/SMES, 2024
12.6.1 PROGRESSIVE COMPANIES
12.6.2 RESPONSIVE COMPANIES
12.6.3 DYNAMIC COMPANIES
12.6.4 STARTING BLOCKS
12.6.5 COMPETITIVE BENCHMARKING
12.6.5.1 Detailed list of key startups/SMEs
12.6.5.2 Competitive benchmarking of key startups/SMEs