Study Of Data Center Water Consumption In Germany Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Germany Water Consumption Market Report is Divided Into Segments Based On Water Procurement (Potable Water, Non-Potable Water, and Other Alternate Sources), Data Center Type (Enterprise, Colocation, and Cloud Service Providers (CSPs)), and Data Center Size (Mega, Massive, Large, Medium, and Small). The Report Provides Market Size and Forecasts for all These Segments, Measured in Volume (Billion Liters).

Study Of Data Center Water Consumption In Germany Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Germany Water Consumption Market Size

Germany Water Consumption Market Summary
Study Period 2021 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Volume (2025) 137.33 Billion liters
Market Volume (2030) 242.03 Billion liters
CAGR 12.00 %
Market Concentration Medium

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Germany Water Consumption Market Analysis

The Germany Water Consumption Market size is estimated at 137.33 billion liters in 2025, and is expected to reach 242.03 billion liters by 2030, at a CAGR of greater than 12% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • IT Load Capacity: In 2024, the Germany colocation data center market IT load capacity is approximately 2477.04 MW.
  • Geographicl Significance: Germany's weather is notably variable. Coastal areas enjoy a temperate climate, characterized by warm summers and mild, cloudy winters. In contrast, inland regions face hotter summers and colder winters. Major cities such as Frankfurt, Berlin, and Munich boast data centers that benefit from government security, consistent electricity supply, cooling water access, fiber connectivity, reasonably priced real estate, tax incentives, and a lower risk of natural disasters. Yet, the burgeoning number of data centers has intensified water shortages and droughts. This has led German municipalities to contemplate stricter regulations on grid access, possibly introducing usage restrictions or efficiency mandates.
  • Raised Floor Space: In 2024, the raised floor space for Germany colocation data center market is estimated at approximately 8,887,612.96 sq.ft.
  • Projected Installed Racks: The number of projected installed racks in Germany colocation data center market for 2024 is around 353,863.

Germany Water Consumption Industry Overview

Germany's data center water consumption market is moderately consolidated. However, six key players have emerged as leaders: Digital Realty Trust Inc., Equinix Inc., NTT Ltd, Microsoft Corporation, Google, Inc., and Amazon Web Services, Inc. Notably, cloud and colocation data centers, such as those run by Meta, Google, and Microsoft, are setting their sights on achieving a "water positive" status by 2030. Highlighting their dedication, Google recently launched the Cloud Data Center in Hanau, emphasizing the sustainability initiatives integrated into their operations.

Germany Water Consumption Market Leaders

  1. Digital Realty Trust Inc.

  2. Equinix Inc.

  3. Amazon Web Services, Inc.

  4. Google, Inc.

  5. Microsoft Corporation

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Germany Water Consumption Market News

  • January 2024: Eviden plans to build a modular pre-fabricated data center in Germany to host Europe's first exascale supercomputer. Each IT module will include two containers, each containing 20 racks of Eviden's BullSequana XH3000 system with direct liquid cooling technology. This project is being developed in partnership with the German company Par-Tec.
  • April 2023: Green Mountain upcoming data center FRA-Mainz in Frankfurt employs "Innovative River Cooling," using the adjacent Rhine River for cooling and providing heat to a nearby district heating facility.

Germany Water Consumption Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions And Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  • 2.1 Research Framework
  • 2.2 Secondary Research
  • 2.3 Primary Research
  • 2.4 Data Triangulation and Insight Generation

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHT

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Dynamics
    • 4.2.1 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1.1 AI, 5G, and Cloud Adoption Drive Significant Data Center Investments and Rising Water Usage
    • 4.2.1.2 Rising Water Demand for Data Centers Sparks Innovations in Sustainable IT Infrastructure
    • 4.2.2 Market Restraints
    • 4.2.2.1 Data Centers Expand in Water-Scarce Regions Amid Rising Natural Disasters
  • 4.3 Analysis of the Key Applications Based on the Water Consumption In Data Centers
  • 4.4 Analysis of the Efficiency Benefits Realized With the Use of Water For Cooling in data Centers
  • 4.5 Industry Regulations and Standards Related to Water Consumption
  • 4.6 Case Study Analysis Detailing the Concept of Reuse Water (Greywater Recycling, Rainwater Recycling, Cooling Tower or Heat Exchangers Water Recycling or Evaporative Cooling) in Data Centers
  • 4.7 Key Considerations in Water Scarce Areas
  • 4.8 Key Analysis of Water Treatment Method (Filtration, Reverse Osmosis, Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection, Chemical Treatment, Softening and Others) Used For Cooling in Data Centers

5. DATA CENTER INDUSTRY OUTLOOK

  • 5.1 Current Market Scenario Data Center Footprint
  • 5.2 Global Breakdown of Data Center Footprint
  • 5.3 Analysis of the Major Hotspots For Dc Investments

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 Market Segmentation - By Source of Water Procurement
    • 6.1.1 Potable Water (Via Regional Water Utility Companies, Local Water Authorities or Private Companies)
    • 6.1.2 Non-Potable Water (It Includes greywater (Treated Sewage or Recycled Water)
    • 6.1.3 Other Alternate Source (It includes on-site Groundwater, Surface Water, Seawater, Water produced via a byproduct of oil and gas extraction, and Rainwater)
  • 6.2 Market Segmentation - By Data Center Type
    • 6.2.1 Enterprise
    • 6.2.2 Colocation
    • 6.2.3 Cloud Service Providers (CSPs)
  • 6.3 Market Segmentation - By Data Center Size
    • 6.3.1 Mega
    • 6.3.2 Massive
    • 6.3.3 Large
    • 6.3.4 Medium
    • 6.3.5 Small

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Digital Realty Trust Inc.
    • 7.1.2 Equinix Inc.
    • 7.1.3 NTT Corporation
    • 7.1.4 Microsoft Corporation
    • 7.1.5 Amazon Web Services Inc
    • 7.1.6 CyrusOne LLO
    • 7.1.7 Iron Mountain Information Management, LLC
    • 7.1.8 Global Switch Holdings Limited
    • 7.1.9 Vantage Data Centers Management Company, LLC
    • 7.1.10 GlobalConnect AB
    • 7.1.11 Lumen Technologies Inc.
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. FUTURE OUTLOOK OF THE MARKET

9. ABOUT US

  • 9.1 Industries Covered
  • 9.2 Illustrative List of Clients in the Industry
  • 9.3 Our Customized Research Capabilities
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Germany Water Consumption Industry Segmentation

The study tracks the critical applications of water in large data centers, such as cooling and power generation. It includes key applications based on water consumption in data centers and quantifies overall water usage in billion liters across regions. The study also identifies underlying trends and developments conceptualized by leading industry data center operators.

The Germany Water Consumption Market is Divided Into Segments Based On Water Procurement (Potable Water, Non-Potable Water, and Other Alternate Sources), Data Center Type (Enterprise, Colocation, and Cloud Service Providers (CSPs)), and Data Center Size (Mega, Massive, Large, Medium, and Small). The Report Provides Market Size and Forecasts for all These Segments, Measured in Volume (Billion Liters).

Market Segmentation - By Source of Water Procurement Potable Water (Via Regional Water Utility Companies, Local Water Authorities or Private Companies)
Non-Potable Water (It Includes greywater (Treated Sewage or Recycled Water)
Other Alternate Source (It includes on-site Groundwater, Surface Water, Seawater, Water produced via a byproduct of oil and gas extraction, and Rainwater)
Market Segmentation - By Data Center Type Enterprise
Colocation
Cloud Service Providers (CSPs)
Market Segmentation - By Data Center Size Mega
Massive
Large
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Small
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Germany Water Consumption Market Research FAQs

How big is the Germany Water Consumption Market?

The Germany Water Consumption Market size is expected to reach 137.33 billion liters in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of greater than 12% to reach 242.03 billion liters by 2030.

What is the current Germany Water Consumption Market size?

In 2025, the Germany Water Consumption Market size is expected to reach 137.33 billion liters.

Who are the key players in Germany Water Consumption Market?

Digital Realty Trust Inc., Equinix Inc., Amazon Web Services, Inc., Google, Inc. and Microsoft Corporation are the major companies operating in the Germany Water Consumption Market.

What years does this Germany Water Consumption Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Germany Water Consumption Market size was estimated at 120.85 billion liters. The report covers the Germany Water Consumption Market historical market size for years: 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Germany Water Consumption Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Germany Water Consumption Industry Report

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