The Market Size for Water Technologies
Cleantech is an industry sector that promises to be an engine for future economic growth. There are several key global trends driving the macro-economic environment and investments in the water sector which include inter alia: replacement of aging water infrastructure in developed countries; emerging high-end treatment technologies (20% growth); increasing regulatory drivers for water quality and safety; and developing markets’ demands for water.
The water industry is estimated to grow from a 400 billion EUR business by 6-8% per year. Certain segments like desalination and water reuse show double digit growth figures (20% p.a.). Accordingly, investments will preferably be made in such market segments that are highly attractive well beyond the term of a typical private equity fund.