Wind Powered Water Pumps Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis By Type (Manual Pumps and Electrical Pumps), By Capacity (<2.5 kWh, 2.5 kWh-10kWh, and >10 kWh), By Application (Irrigation, Water Treatment, and Livestock), and Regional Forecast till 2032

The global wind powered water pumps market is gaining significant popularity in the irrigation sector as it produces fewer greenhouse gases and is a sustainable energy source. In the irrigation sector, wind powered water pumps are used to pump water in the range of 1000 to 8000 litres per hour. The wind powered water pumps can operate efficiently in remote areas with little or no electricity. Further, these pumps do not require expensive fuel, which attracts a large number of people globally.

• According to the survey conducted by Irrigation and Water Management in 2023, there were 212,714 farms comprising 53.1 million irrigated acres, including 81 million acre-feet of water applied in the U.S.
• The largest portion of the irrigated farmland in the U.S. was dedicated to grain, vegetables, oilseed crops, hay crops, nursery, and greenhouse. Furthermore, in 2023, the farmers irrigated 49.6 million acres of harvested cropland acres in the open. Wind power pumps are widely used for irrigation as they require minimal maintenance and can last for decades.

Wind Powered Water Pumps Market Driver

Growing Use of Wind Powered Water Pumps in Livestock Drives the Market Growth

Wind powered water pumps are cost-effective pumps that increase the water availability for feedstocks. According to Animal Husbandry Statistics, the livestock sector in India grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.67% from 2014-2015 to 2021-2022. Mechanical windmills and wind turbine-powered pumps are widely used in the livestock sector.

• According to the European Commission, the European Union (EU) has a sizeable livestock population. At the end of 2023, there were 133 million pigs, 74 million bovine animals, and 68 million sheep and goats.
• Based on the livestock population in Spain, pigs accounted for a population of 25.4%, followed by sheep, which accounted for a population of 23.6% in 2023. Furthermore, the population of goats in Greece was 25.8% of the total livestock population. Other countries in the EU which specialize in livestock farming are Ireland, Denmark, and Romania.

Wind Powered Water Pumps Market Restraint

Intermittent Power Supply and Noise of Wind Powered Water Pumps Hinder the Growth

Wind powered water pumps are effective only when there is enough wind supply. Such intermittent nature of water supply via wind powered pumps restricts its availability and large-scale adoption. In addition, the turbines present in these pumps are noisy when the blades rotate. The wind powered pumps must be located near the water source.

• The wind powered water pumps operate efficiently only in medium wind regimes in the range of 12-18km per hour. In addition, the site selected for the installation of these pumps must be free from obstacles such as buildings, trees, and others.

Wind Powered Water Pumps Market Opportunity

Rising Adoption of Wind-Powered Water Pumps for Water Treatment Presents Excellent Growth Opportunities for Market Players

The adoption of wind powered water pumps for the treatment of contaminated water and providing clean drinking water in remote and rural areas is becoming quite popular. Modern wind powered pumps have efficiency ratings of around 40%, which is why these pumps can lift water from 60 m underground in 30 km winds. Further, these pumps ensure the optimal operation of aeration basins and evaporation ponds.

• Mörk GmbH & Co. KG, a Germany-based company, has stated that the wind powered water pumps ensure consistent supply and improve the water quality. In reverse osmosis desalination, electrodeionisation, electrocoagulation, and UV irradiation processes, these pumps offer a consistent source of renewable energy compared to solar energy plants.

Segmentation

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Recent Advancements in the Wind Powered Water Pumps Market
• Key Industry Trends
• Regulatory Landscape for the Wind Powered Water Pumps Market
• Key Industry Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, and Partnerships)
• Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

Analysis by Type

Based on type, the wind powered water pump market is segmented into manual and electrical pumps.

Among these, electrical wind powered water pumps are mainly used due to their greater flexibility than manual pumps. Furthermore, the cost per unit of electricity produced through wind power is the lowest for electrical pumps. These pumps are cost-effective alternatives to small diesel pumps, and they are widely used for irrigation, livestock, and other applications.

• The electric wind power pumps can start pumping at wind speeds that can be as low as 2.5 m/s and work efficiently at 4-7 m/s. These pumps are reliable compared to their manual counterparts.

Analysis by Capacity

Based on capacity, the wind powered water pumps market is bifurcated into upto <2.5 kWh, 2.5 kWh-10 kWh, and >10 kWh.

Among these, the <2.5 kWh segment accounted for the major market share. These pumps are widely used in rural areas that do not have access to reliable electricity. These pumps have an annual total water pumping capacity of 30,000 m3, which is possible from a depth of total dynamic head of 50 m when using 2.5 kW

Analysis by Application

Based on application, the wind powered water pumps market is bifurcated into irrigation, water treatment, and livestock.

Among these, the irrigation segment accounted for a majority share of the market. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, some of the leading countries where irrigation activities are prominent are India, China, Bangladesh, Iran, Mexico, Turkey, Thailand, Indonesia, Russia, and others.

• According to FAO, globally, over 307 million hectares are currently equipped for irrigation, out of which 304 million hectares are equipped for full control irrigation. In the European Union (EU), 8.9% of the utilized agricultural area in the EU was irrigable in 2016. Among these, Spain and Italy accounted for the highest share of irrigable areas in the EU, with 15.7% and 32.6% shares, respectively.

Regional Analysis

Based on region, the market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

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North America accounted for the highest market share in the wind powered water pump market. As stated by the American Clean Power Association (ACP), in 2023, the U.S. recorded the highest clean energy installation with 33.8 gigawatts (GW) of added electricity capacity. Among these, wind energy accounted for 25% of electricity generated in 8 states of the U.S. Wind energy produced in the U.S. avoided 348 million metric tonnes of carbon emissions in 2023.

• According to American Clean Power, wind is the largest source of renewable electricity generated in the U.S., accounting for 9.8% of electricity generation. There are more than 72,000 wind turbines in the country, with a total wind power capacity of 151 GW.

Asia Pacific accounted for a significant share of the wind powered water pump market. Wind energy is a crucial renewable energy source in countries such as China, Vietnam, Taiwan, Thailand, the Philippines, and others.

The growth of the market in the region is attributed to rapid growth in the consumer electronics sector. Countries such as Japan, China, India, South Korea, and others are well-known globally in the consumer electronics sector owing to their cutting-edge technologies. For instance, in 2018, China installed 20.2 GW of onshore wind and 1.6 GW of offshore wind, accounting for 44% and 37% of the global market share, according to the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC).

• According to GWEC, the Asia Pacific region installed 82.9 GW of new wind capacity in 2023, which is twice the combined output from Europe and America. China added 69.3 GW of grid-connected onshore wind power and 6.3 GW of offshore capacity. These initiatives are anticipated to drive the demand for wind powered water pumps in the coming years.

In Europe, the growth of wind powered water pumps is driven by a considerable share of electricity generated by wind. According to WindEurope, 20% of the electricity generated in Europe is from wind. Europe aims to achieve 34% of its electricity generation via wind by 2030 and 50% by 2050.

• As stated by WindEurope, in 2024, EUR 31 billion (USD 35.3 billion) investments were made in wind energy, among which the onshore wind investments were much higher compared to offshore wind investments.

The Middle East market is growing steadily due to the rise in wind power projects located in countries such as Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Egypt, Iran, Jordan, Oman, and others. Some of the popular wind energy projects in this region are Dumat Al Jandal Farm, Saudi Arabia; Masdar’s Wind Farms, UAE; Ras Ghareb Farm, Egypt; and others.

Latin America & Africa wind powered water pumps market growth is driven by growing demand for the livestock sector and leading wind energy-producing nations, namely Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Uruguay, Argentina, and others. For instance, in 2023, Latin America added 5.9 GW of onshore wind capacity.

Key Players Covered

The global wind powered water pump market is consolidated due to the presence of limited market players and standalone providers.

The report includes the profiles of the following key players:

• Aermotor Inc. (U.S.)
• Bergey Windpower (U.S.)
• Tata Power (India)
• First Solar (U.S.)
• Envision Energy (China)
• Goldwind (China)
• Trina Solar (China)
• SPX FLOW (U.S.)

Key Industry Developments

• In April 2024, Orsted, the popular offshore wind developer, announced that its Greater Changhua 1 and 2a offshore wind farms off the coast of Taiwan were now connected to the grid, providing 900MW of capacity.
• In January 2024, the Japanese Government released a tender for two new offshore wind sites. The site will be built off the coasts of Aomori Prefecture and the town of Yuza in Yamagata Prefecture. This tender was open until July 09, 2024.
• In April 2023, Alinta Energy and Parkwind announced the collaboration for developing the 1GW Spinifex Offshore Wind Project off the coast of Southwest Victoria.