Water collection, treatment and supply

NACE v2.1 Code: E36.0

About water collection, treatment and supply

NACE code 36.0 covers the water collection, treatment, and supply industry, which plays a vital role in modern society. This industry is responsible for the extraction, purification, and distribution of water for residential, commercial, and industrial use. As a fundamental component of infrastructure, the water supply industry is essential for supporting economic development, public health, and environmental sustainability across various sectors.

Production process

The main production techniques in the water supply industry involve a multi-step process. First, water is collected from surface sources, such as rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, or from groundwater aquifers. The collected water is then transported to treatment facilities, where it undergoes a series of purification processes, including filtration, disinfection, and chemical treatment, to remove impurities and ensure compliance with water quality standards. Finally, the treated water is distributed through a network of pipes and storage tanks to end-users.

Production inputs

The water supply industry requires several key inputs to operate effectively. These include the raw water sources, such as surface water and groundwater, as well as the necessary infrastructure, including pumping stations, treatment plants, and distribution networks. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment, such as water treatment chemicals, filtration systems, and monitoring and control technologies, as well as a skilled workforce to operate and maintain the water supply system.

Production outputs

The primary output of the water supply industry is the provision of clean, safe, and reliable water to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. The water supplied by this industry is used for a wide range of purposes, including drinking, sanitation, agriculture, and industrial processes. Other NACE codes that may consume the output of the water supply industry include 01.1 Growing of non-perennial crops, 10.1 Processing and preserving of meat and production of meat products, and 38.1 Waste collection.

Revisions to 36.0

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 36.0. The most recent 1 version of this code (36.0) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 36.0.

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