Sustainability Trends in the Reverse Osmosis (RO) Membrane Industry
The report "Wastewater Reverse Osmosis Membrane Market by Type (Cellulose Acetate, Thin Film Composite), Application (Residential, Commercial, Industrial), And Region (North America, Europe, APAC, South America, Middle East & Africa) - Global Forecast to 2028", is projected to reach USD 1.6 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 10.2% from USD 0.9 billion in 2023.
The report provides types of membrane for reverse osmosis, industry demand analysis, industry insights, competitive intelligence, and customer database.
The major drivers for the wastewater reverse osmosis membrane market Stringent regulatory and sustainability mandates for protecting the environment, rapid decline of freshwater resources. Fouling in RO membranes is the major restraint in this market. Opportunities for the market include increasing demand for wastewater treatment due to rapid industrialisation and urbanisation.
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"Cellulose acetate segment is projected to be the third fastest CAGR by type, in terms of value, during the forecast period."
The global demand for effective water treatment solutions in the face of increasing water scarcity further propels the growth of cellulose acetate-type RO membranes. Their composition from natural cellulose sources aligns with the growing emphasis on environmentally sustainable solutions, appealing to industries and consumers alike.
"Industrial segment is projected to grow with the fastest CAGR by application, in terms of value, during the forecast period."
Industrial processes often generate wastewater laden with diverse contaminants, including heavy metals and chemicals, necessitating advanced treatment methods. RO membranes have gained prominence due to their ability to effectively remove a wide range of pollutants, providing a reliable and efficient solution for producing high-quality treated water.
"North America is expected to be the second largest growing market for wastewater reverse osmosis membrane during the forecast period, in terms of value."
North America will be the second-largest region in the wastewater reverse osmosis market in 2022. The shale gas boom has also led to a surge in wastewater from hydraulic fracturing, intensifying the demand for effective treatment methods, with RO being a preferred choice for its capability to handle complex industrial effluents.
New product launches and expansions are the major growth strategies adopted by the key players in the market. The key global players in the wastewater reverse osmosis market DuPont (US), Toray Industries, Inc. (Japan), Veolia (France), Alfa Laval (Sweden), LG Chem (South Korea), Hydranautics (US), KOCH Separation Solutions (US), Mann + Hummel Water & Fluid Solutions GmbH (Germany), Membranium (Russia), and Toyobo Co. Ltd (Japan)