Environmental Testing Market Analysis

Sample Type Segment Analysis

The water and wastewater testing sub-segment, which is part of the sample type, is anticipated to garner the highest share of 37.8% in the environmental testing market by the end of 2035. The segment’s upliftment is highly attributed to its importance for public health, deliberately combating waterborne disorders, environmental protection for safeguarding ecosystems from pollutants, and integrating regulatory compliance for different sectors, and developing public trust by confirming water safety for industrial, recreation, and drinking utilization. According to an article published by the CDC Government in April 2024, since the initial launch of the National Wastewater Surveillance System (NWSS), there has been the inclusion of over 1,200 testing sites, particularly in America. Additionally, in July 2022, a overall of 2 territories, 5 cities, and 46 states comprise wastewater surveillance systems, with samples collected that serve over 130 million people in the U.S.

Technology Segment Analysis

Based on the automated or online monitoring sub-segment, part of the technology segment, is projected to hold the second-largest share in the environmental testing market during the forecast period. The sub-segment’s growth is highly driven by enabling real-time, continuous measurement of pollutants across water, air, and soil. Unlike conventional laboratory-based methods, which require sample collection and delayed analysis, automated systems provide immediate data streams that enhance compliance and risk management. These systems integrate IoT sensors, AI-driven analytics, and cloud platforms, allowing industries and regulators to track pollutant levels remotely and respond quickly to exceedances. For instance, online water quality monitoring stations can detect changes in pH, turbidity, or heavy metal concentrations within minutes, supporting municipal utilities in ensuring safe drinking water.

Contaminant Type Segment Analysis

By the end of the stipulated timeline, the inorganic compounds (heavy metals) segment, as part of the contaminant type, is expected to account for the third-largest share in the environmental testing market. The segment’s development is highly propelled by its toxic, persistent, and bioaccumulative properties, posing severe risks to human health and ecosystems. Regulatory agencies worldwide, including the U.S. EPA, European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), and India’s Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), have established strict thresholds for heavy metals in water, soil, and air. Testing demand is therefore consistently high, especially in regions with industrial activity such as mining, manufacturing, and electronics production. Heavy metals are commonly monitored in wastewater effluents, agricultural soils, and atmospheric emissions, requiring advanced analytical techniques, including Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) and atomic absorption spectroscopy.

Our in-depth analysis of the environmental testing market includes the following segments: