Water collection, treatment and supply

NACE code 36 covers the water collection, treatment, and supply industry, which plays a vital role in ensuring access to clean and safe water for domestic, commercial, and industrial use. This industry is essential for supporting economic development, public health, and environmental sustainability across various sectors of the economy.

The main production techniques in the water collection, treatment, and supply industry involve a multi-step process. This typically includes the abstraction of water from surface or groundwater sources, followed by various treatment processes such as filtration, disinfection, and chemical treatment to ensure the water meets quality standards. The treated water is then stored and distributed through a network of pipes and pumping stations to end-users.

The key inputs required for the water collection, treatment, and supply industry include water resources (surface water, groundwater, or desalinated water), energy (electricity or fuel) for powering the treatment and distribution systems, chemicals (such as chlorine or coagulants) for water treatment, and specialized equipment and machinery (e.g., pumps, valves, and pipes) for the infrastructure.

The primary output of the water collection, treatment, and supply industry is clean, potable water that is distributed to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. The treated water can be used for a wide range of purposes, including domestic consumption, industrial processes, agriculture, and other economic activities. Other NACE codes that may consume the output of this industry include 01 Agriculture, 10-33 Manufacturing, 41-43 Construction, and 45-47 Wholesale and retail trade.