The Environmental Consulting Service Market size was valued at US$ 43.04 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to reach US$ 77.35 billion by 2031. The Environmental Consulting Service Market is estimated to record a CAGR of 7.6% from 2023 to 2031.
The Environmental Consulting Service Market in Europe is further segmented into the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Russia, and the Rest of Europe. The demand for environmental consulting services is rising rapidly in Europe across various industries, such as energy, construction, transportation, etc. The energy sector in Europe is undergoing a significant transformation as various countries are increasingly shifting toward renewable energy sources. According to the European Environment Agency, the European Union (EU) achieved its 20% renewable energy target in 2020, and 22.5% of the energy consumed in the EU was generated from renewable sources in 2022. The EU aims to achieve a 42.5% renewable energy share by 2030. Environmental consultants play a crucial role in conducting feasibility studies, assessing environmental impacts, and guiding renewable energy projects. Also, energy-intensive industries are adopting energy-saving technologies to comply with the energy efficiency directive, driving demand for consulting services to develop carbon reduction strategies and energy management solutions.
The construction industry in Europe is focused on following sustainable building practices and reducing environmental impact. Environmental consultants are hired to ensure compliance with regulations regarding land use, waste management, and emissions. They also help implement green building certifications such as LEED WELL Building Standard and BREEAM. Moreover, governments of various countries across Europe are investing in sustainable transport infrastructure, such as electric vehicle charging stations, green public transport systems, and low-emission zones, which also increases the need for environmental consulting services. In July 2024, the EU invested a record US$ 7.76 billion in sustainable, safe, and smart transport infrastructure. Approximately 83% of the funding is likely to support projects that focus on achieving the EU’s climate goals. As a result, the need for environmental consulting services is increasing, including life-cycle assessments (LCAs), emissions reduction strategies, and sustainable supply chain management. Therefore, the growing demand for environmental consulting services across several industries is fueling the Environmental Consulting Service Market growth in Europe.
Based on media type, the environmental consulting services market is segmented into water management, waste management, and others. The water management segment held the largest Environmental Consulting Service Market share in 2023. Water is one of the most essential raw materials in manufacturing facilities of the food & beverages, oil & gas, power generation, chemicals & petrochemicals, metal processing, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals industries. For example, in the food & beverages industry, water is required for cleaning industrial equipment. The food and beverage facilities are subject to stringent water quality requirements, which are crucial for maintaining consumer health. In the chemical manufacturing industry, water is utilized for the cleaning of equipment and mixing of raw materials. Thus, environmental consultancy services can help these industries reduce their water footprint and increase water reuse, leading to better overall water management. The services also help them with the on-site testing and analysis of water-related equipment, real-time communication on the status of water and energy systems, and water system monitoring, among others.
AECOM Inc.; Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Arcadis N.V.; Bechtel Corporation; WSP Global Inc; ERM Group, Inc.; Tetra Tech Inc.; ANTEA GROUP; Stantec Inc.; Ramboll Group; and SLR Consulting are among the prominent players profiled in the Environmental Consulting Service Market report. Several other major players were also studied and analyzed in the Environmental Consulting Service Market report to get a holistic view of the market and its ecosystem.
The overall Environmental Consulting Service Market share has been derived using both primary and secondary sources. Exhaustive secondary research has been conducted using internal and external sources to obtain qualitative and quantitative information related to the Environmental Consulting Service Market. The process also helps obtain an overview and forecast of the market with respect to all the market segments. Also, multiple primary interviews have been conducted with industry participants to validate the data and gain analytical insights. This process includes industry experts such as VPs, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers, along with external consultants such as valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders, specializing in the Environmental Consulting Service Market.