In 2020, the renewable ground and surface water resources distribution among European countries varied considerably. For instance, countries like North Macedonia and Finland have a higher share of renewable surface water. On the other hand, most of the renewable water resources in the Mediterranean island of Malta are groundwater.
Distribution of renewable water resources in Europe in 2020, by country and type
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Groundwater share
Surface water share
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According to the source, renewable water resources is defined as water originating only from tributary sources such as: meteoric precipitation, rivers, lakes and streams. Aquifers deriving its water from these sources are annually recharged through the natural means of the hydrologic cycle, so that the water supply is sustainable over time.
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Statista. (June 14, 2023). Distribution of renewable water resources in Europe in 2020, by country and type [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved July 22, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1392741/distribution-renewable-water-resources-europe-by-type/
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Statista. (2023). Distribution of renewable water resources in Europe in 2020, by country and type. Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: July 22, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1392741/distribution-renewable-water-resources-europe-by-type/
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