PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1701338
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1701338
The global water quality monitoring systems market size is expected to reach USD 8.55 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 7.2% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The rising public awareness about environmental issues and the critical importance of clean water fuels the market demand, compelling industries and governments worldwide to invest more heavily in sustainable water management practices and technologies. Industries, agriculture, and municipalities not only need to comply with regulations but also aim to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable water management practices. This has led to the widespread adoption of advanced water quality monitoring technologies to ensure compliance and maintain public trust.
Rapid industrial growth and urbanization are significantly driving the demand for water quality monitoring solutions. Industrial facilities, such as manufacturing plants, refineries, and chemical factories, often discharge pollutants into water bodies. Governments enforce strict regulations to control these discharges, mandating industries to monitor and report water quality regularly. Industries invest in advanced monitoring technologies to comply with these regulations, enabling the detection of pollutants such as heavy metals, organic compounds, and other hazardous substances.
For instance, India's Ganga River faces severe pollution issues caused by rapid industrialization. Industries such as tanneries, textiles, and paper mills discharge untreated effluents containing toxic chemicals, heavy metals, and organic pollutants into the river. In response, the Indian government's National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has mandated industries to install real-time effluent monitoring systems (OCEMS), significantly increasing the demand for water quality monitoring equipment and services.
Protecting public health and preserving ecosystems are also driving forces for rigorous water quality monitoring. Contaminated water poses severe health risks to urban populations, and regular monitoring helps detect pollutants early, ensuring safe drinking water and recreational water bodies. Moreover, monitoring helps identify and mitigate the negative impacts of industrial and urban activities on aquatic ecosystems.
For instance, The Flint Water Crisis in Michigan, where the urgent need for rigorous water quality monitoring rose due to lead contamination in drinking water, which resulted in a public health emergency, emphasized the critical importance of infrastructure investment and environmental oversight to prevent similar disasters in the future. This crisis has underscored the focus on real-time water quality monitoring systems to detect contaminants and protect public health and safety promptly.