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.

 1 U.S. WATER RECYCLING SYSTEMS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

  Market Overview and Definitions
      1. Introduction
      2. Definitions
      3. Research Findings

  2 TOTAL WATER RECYCLING SYSTEMS MARKETS

  Introduction
      1. Overview and Definitions
      2. Regulations
      3. Measurements
      4. Challenges

  Market Forecasts
      1. Drivers
      2. Restraints
      3. Revenue Forecasts
      4. Market Trends
      5. Pricing Trends

  End-User Analysis
      1. Overview
      2. Municipalities
      3. Petrochemical
      4. Chemicals
      5. Semiconductors
      6. Power Generation
      7. Pharmaceuticals
      8. Metal Products & Machinery (MP&M)
      9. Others

  Competitive Analysis
      1. Competitive Structure
      2. Product Analysis

  Frost & Sullivan Awards
      1. Award Category: Technology Innovation
      2. Award Category: Customer Service Leadership

  3 ACTIVATED CARBON SYSTEMS

  Introduction
      1. Overview
      2. Measurements

  Market Forecast
      1. Drivers
      2. Restraints
      3. Revenue Forecast

  Market Trends
      1. Trends by End-User Group
      2. Market Trends

  Competitive Analysis
      1. Competitive Structure
      2. Market Share Analysis

  4 MULTI-MEDIA SYSTEMS

  Introduction
      1. Market Overview and Definition
      2. Technology
      3. Measurements

  Market Forecasts
      1. Drivers
      2. Restraints
      3. Revenue Forecast

  Market Trends
      1. Market Trends
      2. End-User Trends

  Competitive Analysis
      1. Competitive Structure
      2. Market Share Analysis

  5 MEMBRANE SYSTEMS

  Introduction
      1. Introduction
      2. Technology and Definitions
      3. Measurements

  Market Forecasts
      1. Drivers
      2. Restraints
      3. Revenue Forecast

  Market Trends
      1. Market Trends
      2. Technology Trends
      3. Trends by End-User Group

  Competitive Analysis
      1. Competitive Structure
      2. Market Share Analysis
      3. Product Analysis

  6 ZERO LIQUID DISCHARGE (ZLD) SYSTEMS

  Introduction
      1. Overview and Definitions
      2. Measurements

  Market Forecasts
      1. Drivers
      2. Restraints
      3. Revenue Forecast

  Market Trends
      1. End-User Analysis
      2. Market Trends

  Competitive Analysis
      1. Competitive Structure
      2. Market Share Analysis

  7 DECISION SUPPORT DATABASE

  Water Databases
      1. Percentage of Surface Water in Supply
      2. Percentage of Ground Water in Supply
      3. Freshwater Withdrawals as a Percentage of Resources
      4. Expenditure on Water and Wastewater Treatment

  

List Of Figures

Chapter 1

Total Water Recycling Systems Market: Market Overview (U.S.), 2002

Chapter 2

Total Water Recycling Systems Market: Impact of Top Industry Challenges (U.S.), 2003-2009
Total Water Recycling Systems Market: Market Drivers Ranked in Order of Impact (U.S.), 2003-2009
Total Water Recycling Systems Market: Market Restraints Ranked in Order of Impact (U.S.), 2002-2009
Total Water Recycling Systems Market: Revenue Forecasts (U.S.), 1999-2009
Total Water Recycling Systems Market: Percent of Revenues by System Type (U.S.), 1999-2009
Total Water Recycling Systems Market: Reclaimed Water Use in California (U.S.), 2000
Total Water Recycling Systems Market: Reclaimed Water Use in Florida (U.S.), 2001
Total Water Recycling Systems Market: Competitive Structure (U.S.), 2002
Total Water Recycling Systems Market: List of Selected Companies by Product Type (U.S.), 2002
Total Water Recycling Systems Market: Impact of Top Industry Challenges on Business Functions (U.S.), 2003-2009

Chapter 3

Activated Carbon Systems Market: Market Drivers Ranked in Order of Impact (U.S.), 2003-2009
Activated Carbon Systems Market: Market Restraints Ranked in Order of Impact (U.S.), 2003-2009
Activated Carbon Systems Market: Revenue Forecasts (U.S.), 1999-2009
Activated Carbon Systems Market: Percent of Revenues by End-User Group (U.S.), 2002
Activated Carbon Systems Market: Competitive Structure (U.S.), 2002
Activated Carbon Systems Market: Company Market Share by Revenues (U.S.), 2002

Chapter 4

Multi-Media Systems Market: Market Drivers Ranked in Order of Impact (U.S.), 2003-2009
Multi-Media Systems Market: Market Restraints Ranked in Order of Impact (U.S.), 2003-2009
Multi-Media Systems Market: Revenue Forecasts (U.S.), 1999-2009
Multi-Media Systems Market: Percent of Revenues by Major End-User Group (U.S.), 2002
Multi-Media Systems Market: Competitive Structure (U.S.), 2002
Multi-Media Systems Market: Company Market Share by Revenues (U.S.), 2002

Chapter 5

Membrane Systems Market: Market Drivers Ranked in Order of Impact (U.S.), 2003-2009
Membrane Systems Market: Market Restraints Ranked in Order of Impact (U.S.), 2003-2009
Membrane Systems Market: Revenue Forecasts (U.S.), 1999-2009
Membrane Systems Market: Percent of Revenues by End-User Group (U.S.), 2002
Membrane Systems Market: Competitive Structure (U.S.), 2002
Membrane Systems Market: Company Market Share by Revenues (U.S.), 2002
Membrane Systems Market: Products Offered by Major Market Participants (U.S.), 2002
Membrane Systems Market: Selected Products of Leading Market Participants (U.S.), 2002

Chapter 6

ZLD Systems Market: Market Drivers Ranked in Order of Impact (U.S.), 2003-2009
ZLD Systems Market: Market Restraints Ranked in Order of Impact (U.S.), 2003-2009
ZLD Systems Market: Revenue Forecasts (U.S.), 1999-2009
ZLD Systems Market: Percent of Revenues by End-User Group (U.S.), 1999-2009
ZLD Systems Market: Important Market Elements to Integrate into Business Planning (U.S.), 2002
ZLD Systems Market: Competitive Structure (U.S.), 2002
ZLD Systems Market: Company Market Share by Revenues (U.S.), 2002

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