Environment

Frost & Sullivan’s Environment and Water program area includes  environmental and water technologies & services, both municipal and industrial, as well as  waste to energy and recycling

Corporations and governments are increasing their awareness and activity around mitigating environmental issues, trying to find ways to ensure clean air and water while still growing businesses and economies.  New technical solutions can help reduce usage and wastes through smart Water and smart metering for example, which  will extend into pumping stations, municipal water, and wastewater treatment infrastructure. Recycling and resource recovery opportunities will be central across several segments as well to help create a stronger business case beyond regulatory compliance.  And new opportunities around growing freshwater demand and concerns will help drive markets such as desalination and fracking water remediation

  1. 22 Mar 2024  |  Global

    Top 10 Growth Opportunities in Facility Management, 2024

    Technology, Sustainability, Workplace Optimization, and User Experience Drive Key FM Growth Strategies

    The global facility management (FM) industry is facing a period of unprecedented transformation as a procession of megatrends and political, social, economic, technological, and environmental challenges affect markets. The FM sector is so vast and multi-faceted that it is hard to find a trend, event, or issue that does not affect FM operations. Wit...

    $2,450.00
  2. 07 Mar 2024  |  Global

    Circular Economy in the Global Lighting Industry

    Decarbonization Efforts and Sustainability Goals Drive Transformational Growth Opportunities

    Natural resource scarcity, the harmful environmental impacts of emissions, and discarded materials in landfills and water bodies are pressing global challenges. The lighting industry significantly contributes to eWaste and pollution, including greenhouse gases and used materials from parts. This challenge warrants adopting circular economy principl...

    $2,450.00
  3. 11 Jan 2024  |  Global

    Growth Opportunities in Water Management Technologies for Efficient Removal of Recalcitrant Contaminants

    Technological Innovations Enable Adherence to Wastewater Regulations

    According to the World Health Organization, groundwater and surface water are commonly contaminated with heavy metals and other emerging contaminants. For instance, arsenic is present in very high concentrations (more than 10 micrograms per liter) in groundwater in the United States, Mexico, Argentina, Vietnam, India, and China, affecting the drink...

    $4,950.00
  4. 22 Dec 2023  |  Global

    Top 8 Growth Opportunities in Lighting, 2024

    Technology Strategy and Business Models to Fuel Advancement of Building Illumination and Specialized Lighting

    Rapid advancements in connectivity, wireless technologies, and value-added services, including innovative business models such as lighting-as-a-service (LaaS), will characterize the lighting industry in 2024. These trends, coupled with the growing focus on sustainability and smart buildings, are poised to create exciting opportunities for revenue g...

    $2,450.00
  5. 20 Dec 2023  |  Global

    Top 7 Growth Opportunities in Workplace Management, 2024

    Competitive Intensity to Unlock Growth Potential of Innovative Workplace Solutions

    In the ever-evolving landscape of workplace dynamics, Frost & Sullivan is witnessing a profound industry convergence marked by collaborative efforts among key stakeholders. Asset owners, real estate companies, and workspace operators are coming together to shape the future work environment. Simultaneously, the industry is experiencing heightened co...

    $2,450.00
  6. 20 Dec 2023  |  Global

    Global Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) Reuse, Repair, and Recycling Market: Growth Opportunities in Sustainability and Circular Economy

    Innovative Strategies and Business Models Enable Resource Circulation and Value Recovery

    Global eWaste generation reached 59.4 million tons in 2022 and will likely reach 74.7 million tons in 2030, recording a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.9% between 2022 and 2030. Frost & Sullivan estimates an average of 2 million metric tons of eWaste added yearly due to the explosive rise in EEE consumption over the last two decades. Lea...

    $4,950.00
  7. 19 Dec 2023  |  Global

    Radical Innovation Transforming the Desalination Industry

    Innovative Design and Material Development are Driving Cost Efficiency, Sustainability, and Viability of Desalination Technologies.

    The rising population is driving global water demand and putting significant pressure on the global water supply chain. The United Nations estimates that half of the global population will face water shortages by 2025, and the situation is expected to intensify and lead to 700 million people facing displacement by 2030 due to water shortages. Desal...

    $4,950.00
  8. 15 Dec 2023  |  Global

    Top 7 Growth Opportunities in Smart Buildings, 2024

    Decarbonization and Occupant Experience Enhancement to Shape Future Growth Potential of Smart Buildings

    The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the need to automate buildings, presenting opportunities to increase digitalization and underscoring the need to decrease energy consumption in buildings. This has resulted in a spurt in demand for smart building management solutions. The Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud technol...

    $2,450.00
  9. 15 Dec 2023  |  Asia Pacific

    Residential Air Conditioner Growth Opportunities in Southeast Asia

    Rising Urbanization Rates and Growing Energy-efficiency Drive Competitive Intensity

    The residential air conditioner market in Southeast Asia (comprising Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) is currently in the growth stage and will expand at a strong CAGR of 7.3% between 2023 and 2028. Increased urbanization and rising awareness about energy-efficient air conditioners is increasing the demand. Po...

    $2,450.00
  10. 14 Dec 2023  |  Global

    Global Crowd Solutions in Buildings Growth Opportunities

    Smart City Development and the Need for Better Security and Surveillance Drive Increased Implementation

    The COVID-19 pandemic has rapidly changed the way buildings are operated and managed. Growing smart city initiatives and demand for organized crowd distribution drive the adoption of solutions that allow crowd control and monitoring. Crowd management and public monitoring are crucial in the planning and fruition of successful smart cities. In ad...

    $2,450.00