• Water sector investment: An estimated $75 billion needs to be invested in the conventional water sector over the next 5 to 7 years, with approximately 20% allocated to operations and maintenance.
• Circular water economy: Adopting tertiary treatment and water reuse allows industries to avoid severe regulatory discharge penalties while securing an uninterrupted, drought-free water supply.
• High-tech water demand: Rapid expansion in solar PV and semiconductor manufacturing is driving significant demand for ultrapure water, alongside cooling water requirements for AI data centers and demineralized water for green hydrogen.
• Compressed biogas initiatives: Government schemes like SATAT and Gobardhan are promoting the conversion of sewage, organic waste, and agricultural residue into compressed biogas to curb pollution and lower reliance on imported gas.