The global in-pipe hydro systems market size was USD 102.27 Million in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 138.18 Million by 2031 , expanding at a CAGR of 3.4% during 2023–2031.The growth of the market is attributed to increased focus on renewable power generation and rising requirement for efficient power generation in both commercial and industrial area.

In-pipe hydro systems work similar to wind turbine. They harness the kinetic energy of water flowing in pipelines to generate electricity, and they are designed to fit in tubes of different diameters. With rising awareness about renewable energy, pipelines are restructured or redesigned to harness the energy and to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. During the COVID-19 pandemic, various travel restrictions and labor shortages in the in-pipe hydro industry affected the supply chain and negatively influenced the market.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
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Rising demand for clean and sustainable energy sources is projected to boost the market growth in the coming years.
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Rapid development of land is expected to spur the market growth during the forecast period.
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Increasing flow of water with high-pressure heads is anticipated to drive the market growth in the projected timeline.
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Increasing use of renewable energy to meet energy needs is estimated to restrict the market growth during the forecast period.
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Lack of natural rivers or streams with a significant flow variation act as a main factor that can hinder the market growth in the coming years.
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Rising number of water infrastructure facilities across the world is estimated to create huge opportunity for the market in the coming years.
Scope of the Report
The report on the global in-pipe hydro systems market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes
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Details
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Report Title
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In-pipe Hydro Systems Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2022
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Historic Data
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2016–2021
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Forecast Period
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2023–2031
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Segmentation
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Applications (Municipal Water or Wastewater Systems, Industrial Water Systems, and Others [Irrigation Systems, and Urban and Building Applications]) and Capacity (Mini-hydro (100kW and Above), Micro-hydro (Up to 100KW), Pico-hydro (Up to 5kW))
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Regional Scope
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Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
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Report Coverage
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Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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Leviathan Energy LLC; Xinda Green Energy Co. Limited; Lucid Energy Inc.; Rentricity Inc.; and Natel Energy Inc.
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In-pipe Hydro Systems Market Segment Insights
Industrial water systems segment to hold a significant market share
Based on applications, the market is divided into municipal water or wastewater systems, industrial water systems, and others. The others segment is segregated into irrigation systems, and urban and building applications. The municipal water or wastewater systems segment is anticipated to hold a key share of the market in the coming years due to rising hydraulic turbine pump utilization in headwork structures that are typically designed for gravity drainage networks. On the other hand, the industrial water systems segment is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period due to increasing use of low-pressure heads for power generation.
Micro-hydro (Up to 100KW) segment is expected to grow at a rapid pace
Based on capacity, the market is divided into mini-hydro (100kW and above), micro-hydro (up to 100KW), and pico-hydro (up to 5kW). The mini-hydro (100kW and above) segment is expected to represent a key share of the market in the upcoming years due to presence of alternative source of energy. However, the micro-hydro (up to 100KW) segment is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period due to low environmental impact.

North America is estimated to account a major market share
In terms of regions, the market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America is anticipated to dominate the market during the forecast period. The regional market growth can be attributed to an extensive river network that can provide hydroelectric power generation. However, the market in Latin America is expected to exhibit a rapid growth rate in the coming years due to increasing requirement for water resources amidst climate change intensifying drought conditions in this region.

Segments
Applications
- Municipal Water or Wastewater Systems
- Industrial Water Systems
- Others
- Irrigation Systems
- Urban and Building Applications
Capacity
- Mini-hydro 100kW and above
- Micro-hydro up to 100KW
- Pico-hydro up to 5kW
Regions
- Asia Pacific
- North America
- Latin America
- Europe
- Middle East & Africa
Key Players
Competitive Landscape
Key players competing in the in-pipe hydro systems market includes Leviathan Energy LLC; Xinda Green Energy Co. Limited; Lucid Energy Inc.; Rentricity Inc.; and Natel Energy Inc.
Some of these players are engaging in business strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, capacity expansion, and product launches to enhance their market share.
