The pie chart depicts the proportion of global bottled water consumption in 1999 across various regions, while the bar chart illustrates the percentage growth of bottled water consumption in these regions in 2001.
Overall, Western Europe dominated global bottled water consumption in 1999, while the USA and New Zealand experienced the most significant growth rates in 2001. In contrast, Western Europe’s growth was relatively modest despite its leading position in total consumption.
In 1999, Western Europe accounted for nearly half (48%) of the world’s bottled water consumption, far outstripping other regions. The USA followed with a 15% share, while Asia contributed 13%. Latin America and Africa accounted for 10% and 5%, respectively, while smaller proportions were recorded for the Middle East (5%) and New Zealand (2%).
By 2001, the growth patterns revealed a stark contrast. The USA exhibited the highest growth rate at approximately 14%, closely followed by New Zealand with 11%. Africa and Latin America experienced moderate growth of 6% and 7%, respectively. In comparison, Western Europe, despite its dominance in 1999, saw the smallest growth rate at just 3%. Meanwhile, the Middle East and Asia displayed comparable moderate increases of around 5%.
In conclusion, Western Europe was the largest consumer of bottled water in 1999, but the fastest-growing regions in 2001 were the USA and New Zealand. This suggests a shift in bottled water consumption dynamics, with newer markets showing more rapid growth.