The portuguese energy market
- In 2024, around 71% of national electricity consumption was covered by renewables.
- Renewable energy production exceeded 50,237 GWh, of which approximately 29.1% came from hydroelectric power, 28.6% from wind power, 15.6% from solar power, and 6.4% from bioenergy.
- The renewable energy market in Portugal is growing rapidly every year.
The portuguese water market
- Portugal’s total renewable water resources are estimated at around 77 billion m³/year.
- The water supply and sanitation sector in Portugal—including water supply, distribution, and wastewater treatment—requires significant investment: an estimated investment of €5.5 billion is needed by 2030 to renovate or expand water, sanitation, and stormwater management infrastructure.
- The water market in Portugal is significant in terms of volume: according to an industry report, its annual turnover is around €1.5 billion.