Global Environmental Testing Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

Global Environmental Testing Market Outlook

The global environmental testing market size reached approximately USD 10.27 billion in 2023. The market is further projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.1% between 2024 and 2032, reaching a value of USD 20.70 billion by 2032.

Key Trends in the Market

Environmental testing determines the quantity and nature of the contaminants in the environment and also aids in assessing the quality of air, soil, and water, among others. This type of testing is important as it provides reliable information about critical areas and helps various agencies and organisations in maintaining sustainability.

• Rising industrial activities in various countries across the globe are aiding the environmental testing market growth as such activities result in degradation of environment and increased pollution levels. Therefore, there is a strong demand for environmental testing from such regions in order to assess the conditions for attenuating the impact.

• The increasing concentration of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the atmosphere is another major factor boosting the requirement for environmental testing as VOCs can cause irritation to throat, nose, and eyes, damage to kidney, liver, and CNS, and loss of coordination, among others.

• Technological advancements including development of rapid environmental testing methods is aiding the market expansion as these methods of detecting contaminations in samples ensure faster results, are easy to use, and boost profitability.

Global Environmental Testing Market Analysis

On the basis of type, the market is divided into soil, air, water, and wastewater/ effluent. Based on target, the market is classified into organic compounds, microbial contamination, heavy metals, and residue. On the basis of technology, the market is bifurcated into rapid method and conventional. Based on region, the environmental testing market segmentation includes North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.

• Eurofins Scientific

• Intertek Group plc 

• SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA 

• Agilent Technologies, Inc. 

• Aralab  

• ALS Limited 

• Microbac Laboratories, Inc. 

• TÜV SÜD AG 

• AsureQuality 

• Merieux NutriSciences 

• R J Hill Laboratories Limited 

• Bureau Veritas Hong Kong Limited 

• Symbio Laboratories 

• Suburban Testing Labs 

• Others

Market Share by Type

The wastewater/ effluent segment is anticipated to account for a significant environmental testing market share in the coming years as the increased water turbidity is negatively impacting the photosynthetic activities of aquatic plants. Moreover, the rising demand for regular testing of recycled sewage water to determine its suitability for agricultural and drinking purposes is further aiding the segment growth. Other major factors boosting the demand for wastewater testing include depletion of freshwater resources and rising global temperatures.

Market Share by Region

North America is expected to account for a significant share of the market over the forecast period. This growth can be attributed to various environmental issues including acid rains, green house gas emissions, and climate change, among others. The environmental testing market demand is also increasing as agencies including Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States are adopting stringent measures to ensure the air and water quality in order to protect the environment and the human health.

Competitive Landscape

Eurofins Scientific is a group of laboratories that provide testing and support services to environmental, consumer products, food, pharmaceutical, and agriscience industries. Their analytical methods characterise the purity, safety, authenticity, and composition of biological substances and products.

Intertek Group plc is one of the leading providers of total quality assurance to various industries across the globe. Their wide network of offices and laboratories delivers bespoke and innovative inspection and certification solutions to their customers.

Agilent Technologies, Inc., headquartered in California, United States, fulfils the complex laboratory demands of clinical researchers and scientists. Their software, instruments, and services address the full range of laboratory management needs.

Other market players include SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA, Aralab, ALS Limited, Microbac Laboratories, Inc., TÜV SÜD AG, AsureQuality, Merieux NutriSciences, R J Hill Laboratories Limited, Bureau Veritas Hong Kong Limited, Symbio Laboratories, and Suburban Testing Labs, among others.

Key Highlights of the Report