Market Segmentation
Determining a water source's renewability is based on the water cycle. Water bodies such as rivers, ponds, lakes, and groundwater that can be replenished through natural processes are considered renewable. However, deep aquifers, which have a prolonged replenishment rate in terms of human time, are classified as non-renewable. Unfortunately, river beds and lakes are drying up due to the increasing global temperature and inadequate rainfall, leading to water scarcity. The rapid growth of industrialization and infrastructure development, particularly in developing countries, has also contributed to the water shortage. The graph provided below illustrates the water stress levels in different countries and regions in 2018. Water stress level refers to the ratio of freshwater withdrawal to available renewable freshwater resources. Freshwater is a vital resource for human survival and is utilized in households, agriculture, and industries. The depletion of water resources, coupled with the growing global population, poses a significant threat to both humans and animals. Over the past decade, per capita water availability has significantly decreased. According to the World Bank, the global renewable internal freshwater resources per capita declined from 8,019.19 m3 in 1992 to 5,658 m3 in 2018. As freshwater levels continue to decline and water resources deplete, along with rapid infrastructure development, the demand for freshwater for industrial and drinking purposes is expected to increase. This, in turn, is projected to drive the demand for atmospheric water generators in the foreseeable future.
The advancement of research and development in AWG technology is poised to empower manufacturers to create highly efficient generators with minimal environmental impact. The primary concerns for manufacturers revolve around the significant carbon footprint and the need for high power input. The carbon footprint of AWG is attributed mainly to the use of coal-based electricity as its power source. AWG has a significantly higher carbon footprint than reverse osmosis and desalination units. Many manufacturers have embarked on new product development initiatives to address these challenges that incorporate onboard power generation units such as wind turbines and solar panels. While this inclusion increases the overall cost of the product due to the addition of solar panels, it simultaneously reduces the overall cost of electricity, which is a significant concern for AWG users. Additionally, a few companies have started manufacturing atmospheric water generators that utilize the wet desiccation method, eliminating the need for a dehumidifier that operates on a power source, thereby reducing power consumption. These generators use a brine solution containing various salts as a dehumidifier, effectively collecting air moisture. Furthermore, the collected air requires less cooling than refrigerant-based atmospheric water generators. The continuous improvement in efficiency and cost-effectiveness is expected to attract a larger consumer base towards atmospheric water generators, thereby increasing the market penetration of these units across various regions.
The emission of greenhouse gases from cooling condensation-type AWG units poses a significant threat to the environment due to their high power consumption. In contrast to clean water generation units like reverse osmosis and desalination plants, these AWG units powered by coal or non-renewable energy sources have much higher carbon footprints. However, the future looks promising as several manufacturers are implementing onboard power generation units using wind turbines and solar panels to address these concerns. Additionally, the use of Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC)-based refrigerants in atmospheric water generator units is another issue being tackled by manufacturers. They are actively substituting these refrigerants with alternatives that offer better performance and reduce environmental impact.
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Industry overview
Industry trends
Market drivers and restraints
Market size
Growth prospects
Porter’s analysis
PESTEL analysis
Key market opportunities prioritized
Competitive landscape
Company overview
Financial performance
Product benchmarking
Latest strategic developments
Market size, estimates, and forecast from 2018 to 2030
Market estimates and forecast for product segments up to 2030
Regional market size and forecast for product segments up to 2030
Market estimates and forecast for application segments up to 2030
Regional market size and forecast for application segments up to 2030
Company financial performance