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U.S. Water Recycling Systems Markets
Frost & Sullivan, July 2003
Water Recycling - A Growing Trend
Water shortage, increasing population, and stringent environmental regulations have created a compelling need for water recycling in the United States. Limited capacity of publicly-owned treatment works (POTWs) and economic benefits of reusing water are increasing the demand for water recycling systems across industrial, agricultural, and residential segments. The compulsory use of 'needs analysis' prior to approval of discharge permits is also likely to aid market growth.
This research examines the U.S. water recycling systems market and its segments by technology - activated carbon, filter, membrane, and zero liquid discharge (ZLD). The study discusses the prevailing challenges and current regulations impacting the market. Besides, it provides updates/information on technological advancements, latest trends, market structure analysis, identification of new end-user markets, and revenue forecasts.
Rising Water Costs and Strict Regulations Propel Market Growth
Drought conditions that have afflicted certain geographic regions in the last few years have made water reuse and recycling critical. Water supply is unlikely to increase in the future, and this will raise the cost of clean water. The threat of water shortage will only grow stronger, unless it is used conservatively and alternative ways are found for reusing, says the analyst. The deployment of water recycling systems will cut down this growing expenditure, proving to be a worthy investment for end-users by providing long-term savings.
Regulations that have already been implemented regarding water use and conservation are being broadened to include new norms and are strictly enforced. Areas that used to be of little concern such as agricultural wastewater treatment and the associated pollution are now being targeted with rules aimed at increasing potable water supply. Moreover, the guidelines issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for water reuse and discharge limits on wastewater are forcing end users, particularly industrial facilities, to consider deployment of water recycling systems. However, stringent product validation requirements are slowing down market growth.
Municipal Market Holds New Opportunities
Municipal facilities, though strained by tight budgets, are upgrading to sophisticated technologies such as advanced membrane systems. This generation shift, accompanied by the rapid growth of the 'design-build-operate' model, unique solutions such as the industrial POTW, and increasing privatization of water treatment, is offering new opportunities for vendors of water recycling systems, while providing new revenue streams for municipalities.
Growing awareness of the need to protect remaining clean water sources is translating to water conservation practices in many regions. For several decades, the South and Southwest regions, with their limited water supply, have been reusing and recycling water, says the analyst. Yet, the concept is now only catching up nation wide as communities begin to realize the financial impact of declining quantities of this precious resource. Therefore, multifaceted, maintenance free, and virtually self-operating water recycling systems are likely to be in greater demand.
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