Nutrient Recovery System Market Size, By System Type (Nitrogen Recovery Systems, Phosphorus Recovery Systems, Potassium Recovery Systems, Lithium Recovery Systems, Magnesium Recovery Systems, Hybrid Recovery Systems, Full Nutrient Recovery Systems), By End Use & Forecast, 2024 – 2032

Nutrient Recovery System Market Size

Nutrient Recovery System Market was valued at USD 4 billion in 2023 and is estimated to register a CAGR of over 12% between 2024 and 2032. Rising concerns about water quality play a significant role in driving market expansion. Equipped with excess nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, agricultural runoff endangers aquatic bodies, resulting in eutrophication. By removing these nutrients from water sources through recycling and capture, nutrient recovery systems offer a sustainable solution. The growing public awareness of environmental issues is boosting the demand for these systems to address and mitigate the harmful effects of fertilizer runoff on water quality.
 

Growing populations result in a spike in the demand for food, which intensifies agricultural methods. More intensive farming practices frequently lead to the overuse of fertilizers, leading to nutrient runoff. Nutrient recovery systems efficiently capture and recycle excess nutrients to successfully address this situation. The adoption of these systems is facilitated by the urgent necessity to manage nutrients sustainably with the increasing population and the need for improved agricultural yield.
 

Technical challenges and complexity are the major commercial barriers for nutrient recovery systems. Potential users are discouraged by the complex structure of these systems as well as the challenges associated with their installation, use, and upkeep. The major obstacles include high upfront expenses, challenges in integrating with the existing agricultural processes, and the requirement for specialized knowledge. Despite the environmental benefits of nutrient recovery systems, overcoming these hurdles prevents their broad adoption. This limits the market's ability to grow, particularly considering the need for sustainable agriculture.
 

Nutrient Recovery System Market Trends

The global use of nutrient recovery systems is amplified by the growing realization of the significance of sustainable agriculture. While emerging markets aim to modernize farming for increased efficiency, developed regions place a higher priority on environmentally friendly techniques. The wide acknowledgement of the importance of sustainable farming encourages the global development of nutrient recovery systems. In established and developing agricultural landscapes, these systems offer eco-friendly solutions by guaranteeing efficient nutrient usage and reducing the environmental impacts of traditional farming operations.
 

Nutrient recovery systems are becoming increasingly popular in agriculture as concerns over water scarcity grow. By collecting and recycling nutrients, these systems are essential to effective water management since they reduce the need for excessive water use. This approach alleviates concerns about water scarcity and aligns with sustainable water usage practices. Consequently, farmers are encouraged to incorporate nutrient recovery systems into their farming operations, preserving the environment and using water resources ethically.
 

Nutrient Recovery System Market Analysis

Based on the end use, the industrial nutrient recovery systems segment is expected to register a CAGR of over 13.5% through 2032.

• There is growing pressure on industries to adopt environmentally friendly practices. By implementing nutrient recovery systems, they enhance their image by demonstrating their commitment to sustainable and ethical resource management. This dedication, in turn, encourages the development of industrial nutrient recovery systems as businesses look for ways to satisfy changing demands and legal obligations while maintaining environmental stewardship.
   
• The growing nutrient discharge rules force the agriculture industry to adopt industrial nutrient recovery technologies. By effectively absorbing and reusing nutrients, these systems promote sustainable farming while guaranteeing adherence to environmental regulations. The adoption minimizes the effects of agricultural activities on ecosystems, in line with the industry's commitment to ecologically responsible practices.
   

Based on system type, the phosphorus recovery systems segment dominated the global market with a share of over 25% in 2023.
 

• Global food production relies heavily on phosphorus-based fertilizers to enhance crop yields. The growing global population and the need to increase agricultural productivity sustain the demand for phosphorus, creating a market for recycled phosphorus products recovered from waste streams.
   
• The growing emphasis on nutrient-efficient agriculture worldwide complements phosphorus recovery technologies and encourages their expansion in the context of sustainable farming. As these systems effectively capture and recycle phosphorus, they follow current agricultural trends and provide a solution for the larger objective of sustainable and ethical agricultural practices.
   

North America captured around 30% share of the global nutrient recovery system market in 2023. This increase is attributed to a growing focus on sustainable agriculture methods due to strict rules and environmental concerns. Farmers in the area are following the growing worldwide trend and realizing the value of nutrient-efficient approaches to environmental problems. An improved understanding of nutrient runoff, government programs, and technology developments add to the positive prediction for the uptake and expansion of nutrient recovery systems in North America.
 

Nutrient Recovery System Market Share

Clearas Water Recovery, Inc. and CNP - Technology Water and Biosolids (Centrifuge-Systems, LLC) held a significant share of over 15% in the nutrient recovery system industry. Clearas Water Recovery, Inc. is a Montana-based company specializing in nutrient recovery solutions. It offers Clearas Advanced Biological Nutrient Recovery (ABNR) technology, a sustainable and innovative system that efficiently captures and recycles nutrients from wastewater. This solution addresses environmental concerns, improves water quality, and contributes to sustainable agriculture practices.
 

CNP - Technology Water and Biosolids, operating as Centrifuge-Systems, LLC, specializes in innovative wastewater treatment solutions. The company offers nutrient recovery systems that utilize centrifuge technology to efficiently extract and recover valuable nutrients from wastewater and biosolids. This process enhances sustainability by minimizing nutrient discharge while providing agricultural and environmental benefits.
 

Nutrient Recovery System Market Companies

Major players operating in the nutrient recovery system industry are:

• Clearas Water Recovery, Inc.
• CNP - Technology Water and Biosolids (Centrifuge-Systems, LLC)
• NuReSys NV
• Ostara Nutrient Recovery Technologies Inc.
• Paques BV
• Trident Processes LLC
• Veolia Water Technologies
   

Nutrient Recovery System Industry News

• In June 2022, Kemira has collaborated with Veolia to carry out a full-scale technology assessment of the new phosphorus recovery technology. Vivimag which helps to recover phosphorus and other resources from sewage sludge.
   
• In March 2022, Centrisys/CNP, North America’s, established a partnership with the Nampa, Idaho Wastewater Division. The alliance intends to integrate two MagPrex biological nutrient removal systems with storage, a critical component of its phase II enhancements. These modifications allow Nampa to meet with new laws requiring phosphorus reductions in wastewater discharge, assuring regulatory compliance and environmental sustainability in accordance with Idaho's mandates.
   

This nutrient recovery system market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue (USD Million) from 2018 to 2032, for the following segments:

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Market, By System Type

• Nitrogen recovery systems
• Phosphorus recovery systems
• Potassium recovery systems
• Lithium recovery systems
• Magnesium recovery systems
• Hybrid recovery systems
• Full nutrient recovery systems
• Others

Market, By End-use

• Industrial nutrient recovery systems
• Agriculture
  • Food & beverage
  • Chemical manufacturing
  • Others 
• Municipal nutrient recovery systems
  • Wastewater treatment plants
  • City planning and development

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • ANZ
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• MEA
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • Rest of MEA